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Wired Educator

by Kelly Croy: Speaker, Author, Artist, Educator

The Wired Educator Podcast: Becoming a Better Educator Now So You Can Make a Greater Impact and Enjoy a Higher Quality Lifestyle. The Host, Kelly Croy, is an Apple Distinguished Educator and Google Certified teacher. He has been teaching in the classroom for over 24 years. Kelly is a speaker, artist, author and educator.The Wired Educator Podcast will deliver content to help educators make a greater impact, be more productive, increase their efficiency, and improve their lifestyles.In this podcast I really want to emphasize my love and passion for learning and teaching. I truly want to make a difference in the lives of students and help inspire the next generation of educators. I share methods that I have learned from some of the most amazing educators around the globe on how to become a better educator, while expanding their classroom as a writer, speaker, and professional.There will be many guests on the Wired Educator blog. Thank YOU for listening!This podcast will share wh

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  1. WEP 264: Leading with a Servant Heart and the Power of Career Tech an Interview with Frank Polen hosted by Kelly Croy

    Wired Educator Podcast Episode 264: Leading with a Servant Heart and the Power of CareerTech with Frank Polen In this episode of the Wired Educator Podcast, host Kelly Croy sits down with Frank Polen, a seasoned educational leader with nearly three decades of experience in public education. Frank...

  2. WEP 263: Bobby Dodd and Dr. Ben Johnson - Intentional Influence: Harnessing Culture Mapping to Build Commitment

    WEP 263: Bobby Dodd and Dr. Ben Johnson - Intentional Influence: Harnessing Culture Mapping to Build Commitment In this episode of The Wired Educator Podcast, Kelly Croy talks with Bobby Dodd and Dr. Ben Johnson, authors of Intentional Influence: Harnessing Culture Mapping to Build Commitment.…

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  3. WEP 262: Answering Why an Interview with Mark Perna Hosted by Kelly Croy

    The Wired Educator Podcast, Episode 262: "Answering Why" with Mark Perna I first heard Mark Perna speak at Kalahari in Sandusky a few months back, and I'll be honest. I counted him out at first because he didn't come from a traditional educator's background. Five minutes in, I realized I was...

  4. WEP 261: Rigor, Relevance, and Relationships in the Age of AI

    WEP 261: Rigor, Relevance, and Relationships in the Age of AI Guest: Casey Cuny, 2024 California Teacher of the Year "AI can be an engine for equity, but only if we maintain the heartbeat of the classroom: the relationship." In this high-energy, live-recorded episode, Kelly Croy sits down with...

  5. WEP 260: Leading with Heart, Hustle, and Pride an Interview with Mark Bagley Hosted by Kelly Croy

    Episode 260: Leading with Heart, Hustle, and Pride" with Mark Bagley By Kelly Croy This is the Wired Educator Podcast, Episode 260! I am so excited for you to hear this conversation. I'm sitting down with a good friend, a colleague, and a truly great leader in Ohio: Mark Bagley, the…

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  6. WEP 259: Lifted to Lead: Resilience and Advocacy with Dr. Stefan Bean Hosted by Kelly Croy

    WEP 259: Lifted to Lead: Resilience and Advocacy with Dr. Stefan Bean Hosted by Kelly Croy Episode Description: In this episode of the Wired Educator Podcast, Kelly Croy sits down with Dr. Stefan Bean, Superintendent of Orange County, California, to discuss a journey of resilience that is unlike...

  7. WEP 258:The Magic of Customer Service in Education an Interview with Greg Honchel Hosted by Kelly Croy

    In this episode of the Wired Educator Podcast, Kelly Croy sits down with Greg Honchel, Educational Sales Consultant with IXL Learning, to explore a powerful idea that often gets overlooked in schools: customer service. Yes… customer service. Greg shares how putting students first, communicating...

  8. WEP 257: Lead From Who You Are, an Interview with Joe Sanfelippo

    Wired Educator Podcast Episode 257 Lead From Who You Are with Dr. Joe Sanfelippo In Episode 257 of the Wired Educator Podcast, Kelly Croy interviews Dr. Joe Sanfelippo, nationally recognized speaker, former superintendent, and author of the new book Lead From Who You Are. It has been 122 episodes...

  9. WEP 256: Using AI Effectively in Teaching an Learning, an Interview with William Grube and Host Kelly Croy

    Wired Educator Episode 256: Show Notes Summary In this episode of the Wired Educator Podcast, host Kelly Croy interviews William Grubie, an expert in educational artificial intelligence. They discuss the challenges and opportunities that AI presents in the classroom, the importance of training...

  10. WEP 255: Rigor Through Relationships an Interview with Joe Miller

    Show Notes: Rigor Through Relationships with Joe Miller Episode Guest: Joe Miller, Port Clinton High School ELA Teacher & Symposium Founder Host: Kelly Croy Episode Overview "We learn for life, not for school." In this episode of The Wired Educator, Kelly Croy sits down with Joe Miller, the…

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  11. WEP 254: The Greatest Year of Your Life with Kelly Croy

    What if this year did not just happen to you, but you designed it on purpose? In this episode of The Wired Educator Podcast, I reflect on the power of goal setting, intention, and personal growth for educators and leaders. This is not about resolutions that fade by February. It is about choosing...

  12. WEP 253: The Business of You — An Interview with Authors Marnie Stockman and Nick Coniglio

    Wired Educator Podcast Episode 253: The Business of You — An Interview with Authors Marnie Stockman and Nick Coniglio In this episode of the Wired Educator Podcast, I interview Marnie Stockman and Nick Coniglio, co-authors of The Business of You—a guide to treating yourself as the most important...

  13. WEP 252: The Wired Educator Podcast Episode 252: The Leader You're Not… an interview with Scott Borba on

    Welcome to episode 252 of The Wired Educator Podcast! In this episode, I interview Scott Borba, an inspiring education leader and author of The Leader You're Not… and Why It's Just as Important as the Leader You Are. This conversation will speak to your heart, sharpen your mind, and give you what...

  14. WEP 251: The Language of Behavior an Interview with Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper

    This is the Wired Educator Podcast Episode 251, my interview with Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper, co-authors of The Language of Behavior: A Framework to Elevate Student Success. Charle and Joshua bring incredible insight, passion, and practical strategies to help educators and leaders transform…

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  15. WEP 250: Designing a Life of Purpose, an Interview with Mark Trumbo

    This is the Wired Educator Podcast episode 250, my interview with Mark Trumbo, author of The Dream Factory: Designing a Life of Purpose. Mark and I talk about how he wrote an entertaining fable to teach memorable lessons on leadership and living an awesome life. My conversation with Mark hit so...

  16. WEP 249: Becoming an Instructional Leader an Interview with Danny Steele and Kelly Croy

    The Wired Educator Podcast: Episode 249 – "Becoming an Instructonal Leader" My Interview with Danny Steele This is The Wired Educator Podcast, Episode 249: My conversation with Danny Steele on instructional leadership—and so much more. Danny is a phenomenal leader, an inspiring author, and an...

  17. WEP 248: Building Authenticity, an Interview with Todd Nesloney

    Building Authenticity, an Interview with Todd Nesloney Listen to The Wired Educator Podcast, Episode 248 In this episode of The Wired Educator Podcast, I sit down with one of my favorite education leaders and storytellers, Todd Nesloney. Todd returns to the show to share powerful insights from…

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  18. WEP 247: Twenty-Five Ways to Have the Greatest Summer Ever, A Bucket List for Educators & Leaders

    This is a brand new season of The Wired Educator Podcast. I am excited to kick it off with this episode. This is the Wired Educator Podcast Episode 247This is a special solo episode, of just me, Kelly Croy, designed to help educators and leaders everywhere maximize their summer, rest with...

  19. WEP 246: Future Educators, Trauma Informed Teaching and Literacy: An Interview with Pamela Broome

    In this episode of the Wired Educator Podcast, I had the honor of speaking with Pamela Broome, a transformative leader in education. As the founding principal and current director of UNC Charlotte's elementary lab school, Pamela has pioneered innovative approaches to teaching and learning…

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  20. WEP 245: Creating & Teaching Digital Art with Apple Distinguished Educators: An Interview with Rita Mortenson & Charlene Chausis

    In this episode of The Wired Educator Podcast , I had the privilege of speaking with two extraordinary Apple Distinguished Educators, Rita Mortenson and Charlene Chausis. Rita and Charlene are both passionate educators who are transforming classrooms through digital creativity, particularly in…

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  21. WEP 244: Empowering Educators: How MagicSchool Al Helps Teachers! An Interview with Adeel Khan, Founder of Magic School Al

    In this episode of the Wired Educator Podcast, I had the privilege of speaking with Adeel Khan, the visionary founder of MagicSchool AI. Adeel, a former teacher and principal, has created what I believe to be the most powerful tool currently available to help educators and educational leaders....

  22. WEP 243: The Importance of Vision and Goal-Setting for a New School Year

    Kicking off a NEW season of The Wired Educator Podcast! Welcome to episode 243 of The Wired Educator Podcast! This episode is all about the importance of vision and goal-setting as we embark on a new school year. If you're an educator, administrator, or school leader, this is the perfect time to...

  23. WEP 242: Teaching and Learning with the Magic of Artificial Intelligence An Interview with Jeni Long

    This is Wired Educator Podcast Episode 242: Teaching and Learning with the Magic of Artificial Intelligence, my interview with Jeni Long who has been at the forefront of educational innovation as an EdTech speaker, consultant, and author helping educators. Jeni has a new role as Senior Community...

  24. WEP 241: Inspiring Students to Have Fun, Read and Become Financially Literate an Interview with Ty Allan Jackson

    Welcome to another exciting episode of the Wired Educator Podcast, where we're dedicated to helping educators make a real difference. I'm your host, Kelly Croy, and today we have a very special episode that promises to inspire and energize. Our guest is the dynamic Ty Allan Jackson, an author,...

  25. WEP: 240: Building a Community for Educational Technology Integration, an Interview with Chris Nesi

    Welcome to the Wired Educator Podcast, Episode 240 my interview with the exceptional Chris Nesi. Chris is not only an outstanding educator but also the brilliant host of the House of EdTech podcast. Chris is someone I respect and admire. I'm absolutely delighted to share our enlightening...

  26. WEP 239: Publishing Students Through Creative Collaborations an Interview with Donnie Sorah

    This is the Wired Educator podcast Episode 239, my interview with Donnie, Sorah titled "Publishing Students Through Creative Collaborations." Donnie is a musician, educator, composer, and an associate professor of music at The University of Virginia's College at Wise. He's amazing and he's going…

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  27. WEP 238: Storytelling with Purpose an Interview with Michael Hernandez

    This is the Wired Educator Podcast Episode 238 my interview with Michael Hernandez, Apple Distinguished Educator, and author of the new education bestseller Storytelling with Purpose: Digital Projects to Ignite Student Curiosity. Acclaimed documentary film director Ken Burns says this about...

  28. WEP 237: Teach Like a Pirate, Again! My interview with Dave Burgess

    This is the Wired Educator Podcast Episode 237, Teach Like a Pirate Revisited, my interview with Dave Burgess. I had the good fortune of interviewing Dave on episode 10, 227 episodes ago! Dave is the author of Teach Like a Pirate and the president and found of DBC with over 200 EDU speakers and...

  29. WEP 236: Legacy of Learning, an Interview with Meghan Lawson

    The Wired Educator Podcast kicks off 2024 with an interview with Meghan Lawson, author of the new EDU best seller, Legacy of Learning: Teaching for Lasting Impact. My colleague at Port Clinton City Schools, Joe Miller, an amazing high school English teacher and Ohio Teacher of the Year Finalist,...

  30. WEP 235: My Reflection and Review of My Personal and Personal Goals for 2023

    Happy New Year! This episode is not an interview with an educational leader. This episode is me reflecting on my year, the impact I made, the setbacks and success I experienced, and the lessons I learned. One year ago I sat down with my Moleskine Journal and set a bunch of goals for 2023. One of...

  31. WEP 234: Teaching Love, Respect & Preservation of Students' Culture Using Technology, an Interview with Brian Casto

    This is the Wired Educator Podcast Episode 234, an interview with West Virginia Educator of the Year and Apple Distinguished Educator, Brian Casto. We focus on making class time and content engaging as well as the opportunities and challenges that arise in being recognized for our work in...

  32. WEP 233: Rocking an iPad in Any Classroom an Interview with Kristen Brooks

    This is the Wired Educator Podcast episode 233, my interview with Kristen Brooks. Kristin is an Apple Distinguished Educator and an education leader that's making a difference in the lives of others. She helps me and my district with adding creation to our learning, especially with iPads. I'm...

  33. WEP 232: Recalibrate Your Culture, An Interview with Jimmy Casas

    WEP 232: Recalibrate Your Culture, An Interview with Jimmy Casas Focus: Building a Positive School Culture: Insights from Jimmy Casas' New Book As the Wired Educator podcast reaches its 232nd episode, host Kelly Croy welcomes a special guest, Jimmy Casas, a renowned educator, speaker, and author…

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  34. WEP 231: Seven Mindshifts for School Leaders

    This is the Wired Educator Podcast episode 231. My interview with the authors of the book, 7 Mindshifts for School Leaders, authors Connie Hamilton, Dr. Joseph Jones, and Dr. TJ Vari. This episode will challenge your thinking and provide you with the tools you need to look at challenges in...

  35. WEP 230: You Are Poetry an Interview with Mike Johnston

    In this episode of The Wired Educator Podcast Episode, I interview Mike Johnston, educator, author, and poet. Mike is the author of You Are Poetry: How to See and Grow the Poet in Your Students and Yourself. This is an enchanting, beautiful and helpful conversation for all educators in any grade...

  36. WEP 229: SEEing to Lead, an Interview with Chris Jones

    In this 229th episode of The Wired Educator Podcast, I have the pleasure of interviewing an amazing educational leader named Chris Jones. Chris is the author of a really powerful, leadership book titled Seeing to Lead. I had so much fun talking with Christ and I learned a ton. He delivers...

  37. WEP 228: Leading with a Humble Heart, an interview with Zac Bauermaster

    This is Episode 228 of The Wired Educator Podcast. I interview Zac Bauermaster about leadership, serving in every level of education, and his new book, Leading with a Humble Heart. This is a great interview for all. Enjoy Click here to listen to Episode 228 of The Wired Educator Podcast. Zac...

  38. WEP 227: Make Your Class Relevant and Engaging an Interview with Dominic Helmstetter

    In this episode of the Wired Educator Podcast I interview Dominic Helmstetter. He shares how he connects with students, makes his class relevant and engaging, and how EduProtocols helps him to make a difference as educator. This is a fun episode. You can hear and feel Dominic's passion for...

  39. WEP 226: Curriculum is a Bridge, an Interview with Karen Robey

    Welcome to the eighth season of The Wired Educator Podcast! In this 226th episode of the Wired Educator Podcast, I interview Karen Robey. Karen is an amazing educational leader and innovator. She is one of my immediate go-to's when I need help, inspiration, an innovative perspective or honest...

  40. WEP 225: What is SEL and Trauma Informed Education, an Interview with Jillian McFarlan

    In this episode of The Wired Educator Podcast, I interview school psychologist, and SEL expert, Jillian McFarlan. You are going to love and laugh at the backstory of how this interview came about. It's hilarious. Click here to listen to my interview with Jillian McFarlan. We talk about: What…

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  41. WEP 224 Ruthless Equity an Interview with Ken Williams

    In this episode of The Wired Educator Podcast I talk with the legend Ken Williams about Equity, What makes a successful PLC, the misconceptions and dangers of ability groupings, reaching the disengaged, and his new book Ruthless Equity. I love this interview and you will too. Kenneth C. Williams...

  42. WEP 223: Plan Like a Pirate an Interview with Dawn Harris

    In this 223rd episode of The Wired Educator Podcast I interview Dawn Harris about her new book, Plan Like a Pirate. I absolutely love our conversation on designing meaningful experience for students, curriculum, fitting everything needed into education, what CRT is and isn't, and most importantly...

  43. WEP 222: Rogue Leader an Interview with Rich Czyz

    In this episode Rich Czyz and I talk about getting creative with professional learning opportunities, how to make professional learning not be too much on teacher's plates, and most importantly how to be a Rogue Leader in your district. Rich is amazing and I am so proud of all that we discuss to...

  44. WEP 221: Fresh Air At Five an Interview with Bryon Carpenter

    In this 221st episode of The Wired Educator Podcast, I interview Bryon Carpenter, an amazing educator, podcaster and thinker. I love Bryon's positivity and intentional reflection on what he is learning. His ability to reflect, apply and share fascinates me. I am enchanted by his ability to wake...

  45. WEP 220: The Minimalist Teacher an interview with Tammy Musiowsky-Borneman and Christine Arnold

    Are you feeling overwhelmed? Frustrated? Is your district enduring initiative fatigue? My two guests today are from Hawaii and the Netherlands, and they co-authored a book titled The Minimalist Teacher which can help all of us create a better work environment no matter what our role is an…

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  46. WEP 219: Survival Guide to The Classroom Apocalypse an Interview with Amanda Fox

    This is the wired educator podcast episode 219. My interview with Amanda Fox and her books Teachingland: A Teachers Survival Guide to the Classroom Apocalypse and MarkerTown, an awesome children's book. We talk about Canva, virtual reality, augmented reality, book publishing, creation in the...

  47. WEP 218 Safe, Seen and Stretched in the Classroom an Interview with Julie Schmidt Hasson

    WEP 218 Safe, Seen and Stretched in the Classroom an Interview with Julie Schmidt Hasson In this episode of The Wired Educator Podcast I interview Julie Schmidt Hasson about her new book Safe, Seen and Stretched in the Classroom. It is all about her research on the impact of teachers. I first...

  48. WEP 217: Creation in Every Classroom, Interview with Scott Nunes

    WEP 217: Creation in Every Classroom, Interview with Scott Nunes This is the Wired Educator Podcast Episode 217, my interview with Scott Nunes. Scott is an energetic ELA teacher turned and EDU tech coach consultant and now a district engagement advocate for Canva! I love Scott's work in education...

  49. The Four Relationships We Must Strengthen in Education

    In this 216th episode of The Wired Educator Podcast, I talk about the four relationships that we must strengthen in education. I love the magic of a new year and any chance to start fresh. I journal. I make resolutions. I set goals. Helping students, teachers and educational leaders become their...

  50. WEP 215: 3DU: 3D Printing in Every Classroom, An Interview with Keven Rinaman

    In this episode of The Wired Educator Podcast, I interview Keven Rinaman about his new book, 3DU: A Guide to 3D Printing in Every Classroom published by Wired Educator. Keven is an educator, administrator, podcaster, blogger, author and an important voice in education. You're going to love this...

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The Wired Educator Podcast: Becoming a Better Educator Now So You Can Make a Greater Impact and Enjoy a Higher Quality Lifestyle. The Host, Kelly Croy, is an Apple Distinguished Educator and Google Certified teacher. He has been teaching in the classroom for over 24 years. Kelly is a speaker, artist, author and educator.The Wired Educator Podcast will deliver content to help educators make a greater impact, be more productive, increase their efficiency, and improve their lifestyles.In this podcast I really want to emphasize my love and passion for learning and teaching. I truly want to make a difference in the lives of students and help inspire the next generation of educators. I share methods that I have learned from some of the most amazing educators around the globe on how to become a better educator, while expanding their classroom as a writer, speaker, and professional.There will be many guests on the Wired Educator blog. Thank YOU for listening!This podcast will share wh

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