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The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast

George Couros
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The Innovator's Mindset
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Forward Together

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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Assessment can tell us something about how students are learning, but it cannot tell us everything about a student, a teacher, or a school.

In this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast, George Couros talks with Carin Adermann about the role of... more

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In a 2017 post called “Recognize, Rectify, Move Forward,” I wrote about interrupting someone during a passionate conversation. Reading it again, I can see an early version of a principle that became central to Forward, Together: point at yourself fir... more

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What if we focused less on labels and more on removing barriers to learning?

In this episode of The Innovator’s Mindset Podcast, George Couros talks with Kim Hinton, Director of Special Education at CKEC, about creating learning environments where e... more

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What if writing isn’t simply a way to share what you know, but one of the best ways to figure out what you think?

In this episode of The Innovator... more

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Recent Guests

Carin Adermann
Director of Testing at Northside ISD and president of TSNAP
Northside ISD
Episode: What Test Scores Can’t Tell Us About Learning, with Carin Adermann
Kim Hinton
Director of Special Education at CKEC with 13 years of special education teaching experience
CKEC
Episode: Meeting the needs of all students through personalized Learning - Kim Hinton
Tom Hosler
Chief Executive Officer, Ohio School Boards Association
Ohio School Boards Association
Episode: Forward, Together: Building Trust and Community with Thomas Hosler
Kevin Brown
Executive Director of TASA
Texas Association of School Administrators
Episode: Why Innovation Starts With Trust | TASA Executive Director Kevin Brown and George Couros
Meagan French
Chief Partnerships Officer for ForEDU
ForEDU
Episode: Building With Teachers, Not For Them: The ForEDU Approach with Meagan French
Rick Surrency
Superintendent of Putnam County School District, Florida
Putnam County School District
Episode: Trust, Leadership, and a 96.6% Graduation Rate - Dr. Rick Surrency
Derek Cantrell
High school principal and author featured for leading a school consolidation and coexistence initiative
Virginia education system / speaker and author
Episode: Better Together: Leading Change Before It Happens - Derek Cantrell
Karla Burkholder
Deputy Executive Director of Texas Education Technology Leaders (TETL)
Texas Education Technology Leaders (TETL)
Episode: Purpose Over Screen Time - Dr. Karla Burkholder with TETL
Dawn Bridges
Associate Director of the Illinois Association of School Administrators (IASA)
IASA
Episode: Teaching & Learning at the Center of Educational Leadership - Dr. Dawn Bridges & The IASA Conference

Host

George Couros
Host of The Innovator's Mindset Podcast

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 93 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 States5 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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Hosts bring authentic, relatable storytelling and deep expertise in education
Guests are consistently high-quality, offering useful frameworks for leadership and learning
The show blends motivation with actionable ideas, making complex topics approachable
Thoughtful, inspiring discussions with practical takeaways for educators

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Meeting the needs of all students through personalized Learning - Kim Hinton
Q: How do you see the role of technology in serving all students, and how do you do that within the work you do with technology?
Hinton says schools should identify the barriers a student faces and provide the technology needed to address them, including exceptions to general restrictions when required.
Meeting the needs of all students through personalized Learning - Kim Hinton
Q: What does bringing special education to all facets of education mean to you, and how are you getting to that space?
Hinton says specially designed instruction and accommodations are essential for eligible students but can also benefit other learners. She emphasizes including special education professionals' expertise in instruction for all students.
What Test Scores Can’t Tell Us About Learning, with Carin Adermann
Q: How are we innovative in our interactions as we support teachers and campus leaders so that they can focus on what matters most?
Adermann emphasizes protecting instructional time and supporting campuses efficiently. Couros recommends identifying teachers already doing strong work and creating ways for colleagues to learn directly from them.
What Test Scores Can’t Tell Us About Learning, with Carin Adermann
Q: Assessment is just a piece of all the evidence that we collect around a student. Would you say that's a fair statement?
Adermann agrees that assessments offer useful evidence but cannot provide a full account of a student. She says teacher-student interaction helps teachers understand individual students and support their growth.
Why Innovation Starts With Trust | TASA Executive Director Kevin Brown and George Couros
Q: How does the organization balance policy, leadership development, and community engagement?
By aligning leadership development with community needs, including engage with local businesses and parent groups, and by focusing on the student experience rather than just metrics.

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The show features conversations with educators, leaders, and creatives focused on transforming education through relationships, ownership, and practical innovation. Episodes emphasize authentic leadership, mentorship, curiosity-driven learning, and the balance of high expectations with humane communication. Across guests and topics, the host often ties storytelling to actionable frameworks, from mentorship pipelines and PLC culture to mindful feedback and AI-inspired classroom practices, offering listeners concrete ideas they can implement in schools or educational organizations. A standout is the consistent emphasis on ownership and relationships as catalysts for sustainable change, along with accessible, real-world examples that resonate ... more

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