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What does it take to build a school culture that kids, teachers, and families all want to be part of? In this episode, I sit down with Tim Sperber, longtime educator, self-described Culture Keeper, and incoming superintendent of the Lewiston School District. With experience as an administrator at every level: elementary, middle, high school, and alternative. Tim shares what he's learned about trust, connection, and the kind of leadership that brings a whole community together.

We talk about what it really means to lead from within, how to engage every corner of a school community, and why his next chapter as superintendent is rooted in decades of showing up.

On a personal note, Tim is the only principal who had all four of my kids in his building. What I saw, as a parent, changed my understanding of what’s possible. This conversation is a reminder: the right leadership can shape a child's entire journey, from kindergarten to graduation.

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A year in the making, I was fortunate to sit down with Tami Pyfer, co-creator of the Dignity Index, for a conversation that could truly change the way we engage with the world around us.

The Dignity Index is more than a measurement—it’s a movement. It’s a tool for self-reflection and public dialogue that helps us recognize the tone and impact of how we communicate—especially when we disagree.

And it’s not just for political debates or social media threads. The Dignity Index has powerful relevance in our school communities. At a time when:

• Politicians are reshaping how they talk about education,
• Parents are expressing evolving hopes and concerns, and
• Educators are navigating profound shifts in their profession—

...this tool can help us show up differently. More aware. Less reactive. More human.

In this episode, we talk about:

• How the Dignity Index began and why it matters now more than ever
• The difference between being "nice" and offering dignity
• Why contempt is so corrosive—and how we can move away from it
• What it looks like to hold strong views while still honoring others as human

I love to say: Respect is earned. Dignity is offered.

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Explore how Troomi is helping parents stay connected while setting healthy boundaries—because safer tech leads to stronger families.

"Troomi is the kids safe phone for digital wellness and positive mental health." --Bill Brady

In this episode, I sat down with Bill Brady, co-founder and CEO of Troomi—a kid-safe smartphone alternative designed with both connection and protection in mind. We dive into the why behind Troomi, exploring how it aims to give parents peace of mind through powerful features like integrated upstream prevention tools and a uniquely intuitive parent dashboard that goes beyond what most of us knew was possible.

Bill shares inspiring and eye-opening stories that will both warm your heart and make you pause—because this is not just about tech; it’s about raising kids in a world that’s changing fast. As parents, we are in a defining moment where being informed isn’t optional—it’s essential. There’s no one-size-fits-all answer when it comes to tech and teens, which is why knowing your options matters more than ever.

We also touch on themes from The Anxious Generation, especially the importance of encouraging real-life risk-taking and reducing screen dependency—at home and in our schools. This conversation took place just before the More Social, Less Media summit, so we also unpack the importance of creating more real-world, social experiences for kids and teens.

Whether you're curious about safer tech solutions or looking to understand how entrepreneurial thinking can shape a better future for our children—this episode is one you won’t want to miss.

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