In this episode, Nick Pretasky draws on his experience as an Alaskan backcountry guide to share three essentials for leadership: Bond, Mastery, and Belief. He explains why leaders fail when they forget they're leading humans—and why every leader needs a coach. The episode closes with a powerful story about a student who carried a teacher's handwritten note in his pocket for months, reminding us that small acts of recognition can be transformative.Links:LinkedIn: Nick PretaskyLinkedLeaders 

Can a marriage survive infidelity or is it over?Meet Kayla Crane!Kayla is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist who helps couples communicate, rebuild trust after infidelity, and feel connected again with research-backed approaches in Castle Rock, Colorado.She is passionate about helping couples strengthen their relationships and create lasting change.Over the past several years, Kayla has supported couples through communication challenges, emotional distance, rebuilding after betrayal, and deepening connection. She specializes in working with couples who are navigating infidelity or struggling to reconnect after trust has been broken.Kayla draws from Relational Life Therapy (RLT) to help couples reach their goals. She is also trained in Systematic Affair Recovery Therapy (SART), an evidence-informed approach created specifically for affair recovery. Listen as Kayla shares:- what compatibility really means- your relational trauma and relationship history- how to rebuild after trust has been broken- why engaged couples need counseling- if there is any chance of staying married after infidelity- whether kids are a good enough reason to stay married- why your spouse feels unheard and unseen- whether nagging is actual communication- if reconnecting is possible after betrayal- bringing trauma into a relationship...and so much more!Connect with Kayla:Website: https://www.southdenvertherapy.comListen to the Podcast, subscribe, leave a rating and a review:Apple:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/can-a-marriage-survive-infidelity-w-kayla-crane-lmft/id1614151066?i=1000751887411 Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/episode/3HvFEboIJjGFrNF88V9qiO?si=32Mj11aqQgyk1SoJmMV1cQ YouTube: https://youtu.be/fLhS5DjhMVQ

In this episode of The Humility Advantage, J. Alexander engages Dr. Frederick McCurdy, a seasoned pediatrician and chief medical officer, in a deep discussion about the challenges of leadership in healthcare. They explore Dr. McCurdy's extensive journey through the medical field, the complexities of managing healthcare for children with special needs, and the importance of emotional intelligence and humility in leadership roles. The conversation also touches on the prevalence of imposter syndrome among physicians and the dynamics of team leadership, emphasizing the need for effective communication and understanding in navigating interpersonal relationships within medical settings.

In this episode, Priten speaks with Nate Otey, a ninth grade humanities, statistics, and calculus teacher at Boston Trinity Academy, a school  that has deliberately chosen a low-tech approach. Nate shares how his school has banned phones for students up to 10th grade, with parents and students largely on board. The conversation explores what happens when a school community prioritizes relationality over connectivity, why friction in human relationships might be essential rather than something to eliminate, and how faith-based education can provide a framework for understanding why face-to-face connection matters. Nate reflects on the practical challenges of enforcing device policies, how teachers can use AI ethically while modeling integrity for students, and the coming wave of emotionally convincing AI that may challenge our understanding of human relationships.Key Takeaways:Students often want the boundaries. Research shows many students know phones are bad for them and appreciate when schools take them away—they just can't opt out alone due to social pressure.Use the "would I tell my students?" heuristic. Teachers can ethically use AI for lesson prep and practice exercises, but should avoid using it for grading or tasks where students would feel cheated if they knew.Relationships require friction. Technology is designed to eliminate friction, but meaningful human connection is inherently awkward and difficult—that's what makes it valuable.Consistent enforcement matters more than strict rules. Students accept boundaries when they're applied fairly and uniformly; arbitrary enforcement breeds resentment.The next wave isn't intellectual—it's emotional. AI that perfectly imitates consciousness will soon challenge how we help students distinguish between real relationships and convincing simulations.About Nate Otey:Nate served as a Fellow in the Harvard Department of Philosophy for over five years, during which time he helped to found ThinkerAnalytix as Lead Instructor and later as COO, among other roles. Nate authored or co-authored many of the core ThinkerAnalytix curriculum and course offerings, including courses for HarvardX, HGSE, and LSAC. Nate currently teaches AP Statistics, AP Calculus AB, and 9th grade Humanities at Boston Trinity Academy in Hyde Park.

In this episode of The Authority on the BE Podcast Network, I talk with National Center for Restorative Justice founder Nicholas Bradford about what restorative justice in schools really looks like beyond the buzzwords. We explore why suspensions fail to change student behavior, how restorative practices promote true accountability and community repair, and what it takes to implement these systems well.Nicholas outlines five core pillars of school‑based restorative justice, unpacks common misunderstandings among educators and the public, and shares practical guidance on language, expectations, contracts, and follow‑through. This conversation is essential listening for school and district leaders, teachers, counselors, and anyone interested in replacing zero‑tolerance discipline with relational approaches that improve school culture and student outcomes.Find A Real-World Guide to Restorative Justice in Schools wherever you get your books.Connect with Nicholas:https://www.nationalcenterforrestorativejustice.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/bradfordnicholas/ https://www.facebook.com/4RestorativeJusticeAbout the hostRoss Romano is a co-founder of the Be Podcast Network and CEO of September Strategies, a coaching and consulting firm that helps organizations and high-performing leaders in the K-12 education industry communicate their vision and make strategic decisions that lead to long-term success. Connect on Bluesky or LinkedIn I also host Sideline Sessions, a podcast for coaches and parents of student-athletes. The show features conversations with coaches and performance experts in the NFL, NBA, NCAA, Olympics, and more. Listen here: https://bit.ly/3Rp0QGt