In Episode 147, I sit down with Hunter Price, a former educator and high school basketball coach whose passion for relationships, leadership, and faith has inspired countless students, athletes, coaches, and educators. Hunter is the author of the book Care to Compete: A Coach's Guide to Connection that Wins the Margins and the host of the Share Your Story Podcast.

Throughout his coaching career, Hunter earned numerous accolades, including the Wisconsin Basketball Coaches Association Achievement Award and Southern Lakes News Coach of the Year honors. His teams established school records for wins in a season, points scored in a season, points scored in a game, playoff victories, deepest playoff run, and consecutive wins in Illinois.

In this conversation, Hunter shares his journey from educator and coach to author, speaker, and pastor, and how faith-centered principles have shaped his approach to leadership and service. We discuss the importance of building meaningful relationships with students and athletes, creating environments where people feel valued, and developing a culture that drives growth both on and off the court.

Hunter also introduces the powerful concept of the "bench player cycle," explores the role of leadership during adversity, and explains why connection remains one of the most important tools leaders have to influence and inspire others.

This episode is packed with practical leadership insights, coaching wisdom, and reminders that people will always be at the heart of lasting impact.

#UUPotential Stories Show Dedication: Natalie Price

Connect with Hunter Price and learn more about his work helping coaches and educators maximize their impact through relationships.

Socials:

https://www.v3content.org/

@CoachHPrice

In Episode 146, Brandon Beck sits down with inspirational educator and speaker Justin Pickens to discuss his powerful journey through education, personal growth, and leadership. Justin shares how he began his career in education, stepped away to pursue a different path, and ultimately found his way back as a physical education teacher with a renewed sense of purpose.

Through the highs and lows of his journey, Justin opens up about the internal battles many educators face, including self-doubt, pride, and the pressure to prove their worth. His story highlights the importance of humility, reflection, and rediscovering the passion behind serving others. Listen in as Justin shares valuable lessons and wisdom for educators, leaders, and anyone striving to recognize their value and unlock their full potential.

#UUPotential Stories Show Dedication:

Ron Peters

Socials:

@Justin.Pickens.Speaks

justinpickens.com

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In Episode 145 of the #UUPotential Stories Show, Brandon sits down with speaker and coach Casey Watts (@catchupwithcasey): “The Craft of Clarity"

Casey—former educator, professor, and now speaker and coach—dives deep into something every leader is chasing: clarity.

In this episode, she breaks down her Clarity Cycle Framework, built from the powerful habits that leadership teams develop to move from confusion to alignment. But this isn’t just theory…she brings real, practical strategies you can use immediately.

From journaling around your “one thing” to practicing gratitude, Casey shares simple but impactful tools that help you cut through the noise and focus on what truly matters.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of your next step...this conversation is for you.

This episode will help you go from confusion → clarity.

#UUPotential Stories Show Dedication:

Alyssa Landreneaux

Socials:

@CatchUpWithCasey

catchingupwithcasey.com

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