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The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast

George Couros
Education
Leadership
Artificial Intelligence
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Teaching
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Educational Leadership
Social Media
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Innovation
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The Innovator's Mindset
Professional Learning
Community Building
Professional Development
AI In Education

I am a learner, author, speaker, and sometimes I make podcasts talking about any and all of these things. One day, I will rap in my podcasts officially making me a SoundCloud rapper.

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In this episode, we dive into one of the most challenging parts of leadership in education: navigating difficult conversations with staff, caregivers, colleagues, and school communities. Inspired by the book Connecting Through Conversation, this disc... more

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Recent Guests

Olivia Odileke
Educator and founder of Spark Curiosity EDU
Spark Curiosity EDU
Episode: How to spark curiosity in learning - Olivia Odileke
Nancy Chung
Fifth-grade teacher in Southern California and active on social media sharing classroom ideas
Educational educator and social media presence
Episode: Building a community of belonging in education - Nancy Chung
Jeff Utecht
Author of Human Still Required
Author
Episode: "Human Still Required" by Jeff Utecht - An Epic Book Review
Todd Nesloney
Educator, author, and speaker known for leadership work with Tepsa and school culture initiatives
Tepsa (Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association)
Episode: Culture, Nuance, and Leadership - A Conversation with Todd Nesloney
Peggy Buffington
Superintendent of a Hobart, Indiana school district
School District Hobart
Episode: Building the Future in Education - Dr. Peggy Buffington
Rob Santos
Comedian, teaching artist, and creator of Beige
Arts for Learning (throughout the episode)
Episode: Teaching Art, Vulnerability, and Purpose - A Conversation with Rob Santos
Christine Delaney Dyer
Educator, author, and CEO of Seed to Tree Academic Coaching
Seed to Tree Academic Coaching
Episode: Why Time & Patience Matter in Education - Christine Dyer
Alise Pulliam
Executive Director of Innovation and Technology at Comax Schools
Comax Schools
Episode: Empowering Educators: Alise Pulliam on Innovation, Mindset, and Self-Leadership
Kim Gameroz
Educator, author, district leader, founder of programs for teachers and students
Celebration Good Times / Teaching Inside Out / Vibe EDU (per discussions)
Episode: Becoming the Bison: Kim Gameroz on Resilience & Thriving in Today’s Classrooms

Host

George Couros
Educator, author, speaker; host associated with the Innovator's Mindset platform.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 92 ratings
  • Always worth my time

    I have been listening for a few years. Recently I chose to reposted to every episode from this current year. It was a wise decision and it has been great to revisit all of the great episodes from these past 9 months.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ken - - - -
    United States2 years ago
  • Elite Person

    I came across George many years ago and so many of his ideas in his books and podcasts resonated as much as anything in education ever has for me! I’ve applied so many things mentioned in them to help make me not only a better educator but person as well. He is brilliant and helps make people better! Other than a few of his sports teams, the podcast and George are nothing short of elite and amazing. If your looking to grow as a person and educator, get connected with George Curous!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Burke Davis
    United States3 years ago
  • I am better because I listen

    The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast helps me feel good about my teaching craft. I did not think it was possible, but this podcast just keeps getting better. It helps me keep my perspective where it needs to be and it helps me focus on my successes. In these days it is difficult to feel we are on the right course teaching during a pandemic. I frequently feel like I am “not enough” as a teacher and this is especially true during this health crisis. This podcast helps me focus on the good things I am d... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ABB844
    United States4 years ago
  • Love listening to this podcast!

    The conversations on this podcast are thought provoking and a lot of fun to listen to. George is able to lighten the tone with his soundboard sounds or with a comment about sports or pop culture. I really enjoy listening and learning from this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    a talk with Scott
    Canada5 years ago
  • Thank-You

    This is my favourite podcast of all times❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Israa Lulu
    United Arab Emirates5 years ago

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Feedback highlights the show's positive, empowering tone and focus on growth in education.
The host is celebrated for thoughtful questions and engaging guests.
Quality of conversations is consistently high with a mix of interviews and reflective monologues.
Listeners praise practical, actionable takeaways for classroom and leadership roles.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Building a community of belonging in education - Nancy Chung
Q: Tell us a little about who you are, what you do today, and how you got there.
Nancy Chung is a fifth-grade teacher in Southern California who actively shares classroom ideas on social media, focusing on meaningful decorations and creating a cozy, safe learning environment. She built her online presence by sharing practical, authentic classroom content rather than aiming for virality, and she values community and ongoing professional learning.
Teaching Art, Vulnerability, and Purpose - A Conversation with Rob Santos
Q: What does a teaching artist actually do in a classroom?
A teaching artist uses their own life experience as a foundation to create a safe, humanizing space, guiding students to express themselves and collaborate, while translating performance skills into educational outcomes.
Teaching Art, Vulnerability, and Purpose - A Conversation with Rob Santos
Q: How did your background in comedy influence your approach to teaching and working with students?
It taught me crowd and room control, using humor to lower barriers, and then layering emotional awareness and honesty into lessons so students feel seen and connected.
Empowering Educators: Alise Pulliam on Innovation, Mindset, and Self-Leadership
Q: What takeaway from FETC stands out for you?
There were many workshops, including hands-on robotics sessions, which helped me see practical, classroom-focused ways to implement tech like Sphero robots and Indy car simulations that support discovery and curiosity.
Empowering Educators: Alise Pulliam on Innovation, Mindset, and Self-Leadership
Q: How do you approach the relationship between IT and classroom teachers?
I view myself as the bridge between IT and instruction, focusing on trust and collaboration with IT staff while ensuring technology decisions prioritize learner outcomes over infrastructure constraints.

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2. Nancy Chung
3. Jeff Utecht
4. Todd Nesloney
5. Peggy Buffington
6. Rob Santos
7. Christine Delaney Dyer
8. Alise Pulliam

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