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The Wired Educator Podcast: Becoming a Better Educator Now So You Can Make a Greater Impact and Enjoy a Higher Quality Lifestyle. The Host, Kelly Croy, is an Apple Distinguished Educator and Google Certified teacher. He has been teaching in the classroom for over 24 years. Kelly is a speaker, artist, author and educator. The Wired Educator Podcast will deliver content to help educators make a grea... more

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Wired Educator Podcast Episode 264: Leading with a Servant Heart and the Power of CareerTech with Frank Polen In this episode of the Wired Educator Podcast, host Kelly Croy sits down with Frank Polen, a seasoned educational leader with nearly three d... more

WEP 263: Bobby Dodd and Dr. Ben Johnson - Intentional Influence: Harnessing Culture Mapping to Build Commitment

In this episode of The Wired Educator Podcast, Kelly Croy talks with Bobby Dodd and Dr. Ben Johnson, authors of Intentional Influence: H... more

The Wired Educator Podcast, Episode 262: "Answering Why" with Mark Perna I first heard Mark Perna speak at Kalahari in Sandusky a few months back, and I'll be honest. I counted him out at first because he didn't come from a traditional educator's bac... more

WEP 261: Rigor, Relevance, and Relationships in the Age of AI Guest: Casey Cuny, 2024 California Teacher of the Year "AI can be an engine for equity, but only if we maintain the heartbeat of the classroom: the relationship."

In this high-energy, li... more

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Bobby Dodd
Award-winning educational leader; assistant principal at May River High School, South Carolina; former Nassp National Digital Principal of the Year
May River High School, South Carolina; Nassp (award)
Episode: WEP 263: Bobby Dodd and Dr. Ben Johnson - Intentional Influence: Harnessing Culture Mapping to Build Commitment
Dr. Ben Johnson
Assistant superintendent of secondary schools for Bismarck Public Schools, North Dakota; researcher and practitioner focusing on professional capital and leadership
Bismarck Public Schools
Episode: WEP 263: Bobby Dodd and Dr. Ben Johnson - Intentional Influence: Harnessing Culture Mapping to Build Commitment
Mark Perna
Founder and CEO of TFS Results, author
TFS Results, Forbes contributor
Episode: WEP 262: Answering Why an Interview with Mark Perna Hosted by Kelly Croy
Casey Cuny
Honors English and mythology teacher, 2024 California Teacher of the Year
Valencia High School; Masters of SEL program at National University
Episode: WEP 261: Rigor, Relevance, and Relationships in the Age of AI
Mark Bagley
Comic book artist known for work on major superhero titles
Marvel Comics (indirectly via career)
Episode: WEP 260: Leading with Heart, Hustle, and Pride an Interview with Mark Bagley Hosted by Kelly Croy
Stefan Bean
Superintendent of Orange County, California; author of Lifted to Lead
Orange County Department of Education
Episode: WEP 259: Lifted to Lead: Resilience and Advocacy with Dr. Stefan Bean Hosted by Kelly Croy
Greg Honchel
Educational sales consultant with IXL
IXL
Episode: WEP 258:The Magic of Customer Service in Education an Interview with Greg Honchel Hosted by Kelly Croy
Joe Sanfelippo
Educational leader and author of Lead From Who You Are
Fall Creek School District (retired)
Episode: WEP 257: Lead From Who You Are, an Interview with Joe Sanfelippo
William Grube
AI expert in education, founder of Gruvy Education
Gruvy Education
Episode: WEP 256: Using AI Effectively in Teaching an Learning, an Interview with William Grube and Host Kelly Croy

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 82 ratings
  • Excellent Podcast!

    Take a minute and check out Apple Distinguished Edcuator Kelly Croy's podcast The Wired Educator.

    I just listened to his interview with Donnie Sorah (also an Apple Distinguished Edcuator) and loved it. The episode is called Publishing Students Through Creative Collaborations and it is perfect for teachers in any content area - teaching any age.

    Besides getting to know Kelly and Donnie better, you'll learn all about the books Donnie has published, as well as the ways that he goes about getting... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    daveduggan
    United States2 years ago
  • A Must-Listen For Educators

    Kelly is a wealth of knowledge coming from many years of experience in the classroom, a leader in the field of education, and an author. He is a masterful interviewer and his guests are full of inspiration and creative ideas. I’ve listened to more than fifty episodes and have to pause to make notes on ideas and resources for each and every episode.

    Need inspiration or motivation, you’ll find it here with Kelly and his outstanding guests!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brasspig
    United States3 years ago
  • Awesome messages for educators

    The Wired Educator is a fantastic podcast for anyone in the education world! Kelly does a great job of promoting the possibilities for change in a very positive way. I’m grateful for this show! Thanks for the great content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Holly L.
    United States5 years ago
  • Perfect Podcast for Teachers at all Levels

    Kelly is a skilled interviewer and conversationalist who never overshadows his guests. Always optimistic and enthusiastic, Kelly and his guests, never fail to reinforce my own love of teaching and desire to improve my performance in the classroom and outlook on life.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TyFRoth
    United States6 years ago
  • Fantastic, inspiring resource!

    Kelly interviews a variety of guests to provide insight into the many facets of education. But above and beyond that, he inspires listeners to be their best selves - both personally and professionally. Thank you so much for all you do, Kelly!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Limbs of a tree
    United States7 years ago

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Episodes are motivating and make professional development feel accessible.
Listeners praise practical, actionable insights and real-world educator stories.
Guest lineup is consistently high-quality, blending leadership and hands-on teaching perspectives.
The show is a dependable, inspirational resource for teachers and admins.
The host asks thoughtful questions that draw out useful classroom strategies.

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WEP 248: Building Authenticity, an Interview with Todd Nesloney
Q: How do you stay authentic in a world where leadership is constantly scrutinized?
Surround yourself with truth tellers who will support you but also call you out when needed; be willing to be vulnerable, own mistakes, and remain a lifelong learner; authenticity should reflect who you truly are, not what others expect you to be.
WEP 261: Rigor, Relevance, and Relationships in the Age of AI
Q: What role does SEL play in your classes and in your approach to pedagogy?
SEL is not a separate module but a core method; Casey discusses relationship-building, recognizing individual student contexts, and integrating SEL into all instructional practices.
WEP 261: Rigor, Relevance, and Relationships in the Age of AI
Q: How do you use AI to differentiate instruction and support your students?
He explains AI as a thinking partner that helps tailor learning, supports English language learners, and enables rapid assessment design and feedback while emphasizing the need for strong relationships to guide usage.
WEP 261: Rigor, Relevance, and Relationships in the Age of AI
Q: What kind of student were you, and what moment made you want to become an educator?
Casey describes his journey from bone cancer during adolescence to becoming a teacher, driven by teachers who supported him and the desire to provide that same level of care and opportunity for his students.
WEP 250: Designing a Life of Purpose, an Interview with Mark Trumbo
Q: What practical activities does he use to help readers apply the concepts?
He describes exercises that help readers visualize their purpose, design concrete steps to achieve their goals, and engage with others to build a supporting network around their leadership journey.

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What is Wired Educator about and what kind of topics does it cover?

- The show centers on practical strategies for improving teaching, leadership, and classroom impact, often through interviews with educators, school leaders, and edtech specialists. Topics frequently cover culture, AI in education, student engagement, leadership development, and real-world classroom applications, with many episodes framing actionable takeaways for teachers and administrators.

- Notable strengths include a reltionship-driven leadership focus, emphasis on personal growth, and a steady stream of guests who translate theory into classroom and district-level practice. A recurring thread is pairing inspiring stories with tools, frameworks, and playbooks that listeners can apply immediately. Potential listeners can expect motivati... more

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4. Casey Cuny
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7. Greg Honchel
8. Joe Sanfelippo

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