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Education Leaders | Evidence Informed School Leadership

Shane Leaning | School Leadership & Organisational Development Coach
Education
Professional Development
Leadership
International Schools
Education Leadership
School Leadership
Organizational Change
Teacher Development
Mental Health
Educational Leadership
Change Management
Community Engagement
Curriculum Development
School Culture
Trust In Leadership
Coaching
Metacognition
Flexible Working
Accountability In Education
International Curriculum Association

Strategic school leadership insights for education leaders who want to drive meaningful change and build thriving school communities.

What if the most powerful leadership strategies were hiding in plain sight? Education Leaders uncovers the evidence-based approaches that separate truly effective school leaders from the rest. Through compelling interviews and strategic deep-dives, organisational co... more

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You float a reasonable idea in a meeting and within seconds, you're defending a plan you never made. This episode is about the straw man argument: what it is, where it shows up in schools, and why it quietly kills good decisions. Shane breaks down th... more

When someone tells you "research says you should be doing this," what should you actually do with that? Andrew Watson, educator, author, and founder of Translate the Brain, has spent fifteen years studying how cognitive psychology research does and d... more

This episode tackles one of the quietest drains in school leadership: performing a version of yourself that isn't real. Shane introduces the cuttlefish dilemma, the pattern where leaders adapt their identity to fit a borrowed picture of what leadersh... more

This is a bonus episode. Every last Thursday of the month, Shane sits down with Chris Scorer to pick apart the themes from the month's podcast guests, the stuff that stuck with them, the bits they disagreed on, and where it all leads. If you listen t... more

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Recent Guests

Clare Garey
Founder and Director of Sustainability at School
Sustainability at School
Episode: What Schools Get Wrong on Sustainability | A Conversation with Clare Garey
Nancy Weinstein
Chief Innovation Officer Otus; MindPrint co-founder; published author and NSF-funded researcher
Otus; MindPrint
Episode: What the Pandemic Did to Student Brains | A Conversation with Nancy Weinstein
Sam Crome
Author of The Power of Teams; trust leader and headteacher (UK)
Independent headteacher / author
Episode: Heads Who Lead Beyond School | A Conversation with Chris Passey and Sam Crome
Chris Passey
Co-author of Succeeding as a Deputy Head; recently became headteacher at Kimichi School
Headteacher, Kimichi School (Independent music school)
Episode: Heads Who Lead Beyond School | A Conversation with Chris Passey and Sam Crome
Meg Lee
Researcher/author focused on science of learning; bridges research and practice
Independent/Education research community
Episode: Education Leaders LIVE | April Reflections
Melati Wijsen
Founder/leader focused on youth-led social change; Green School Bali founder
Youthopia; Green School Bali
Episode: Education Leaders LIVE | April Reflections
Julia Bialeski
Educator discussing imposter syndrome and leadership vulnerability
Education leadership/community
Episode: Education Leaders LIVE | April Reflections
Richard Whedon
School improvement partner, author of Learning Habits
Independent educational consultant / author
Episode: The Danger of Getting Comfortable | A Conversation with Richard Wheadon
Dr. Chris Baker
Education expert discussed on episode
Episode: Education Leaders LIVE | March Reflections

Host

Shane Leaning
Host of Education Leaders (and related shows such as Education Leaders Live)

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • Curiosity in podcast form

    Shane’s discussions with knowledgeable others offers the listener an opportunity for reflection on their work, but the education landscape as a whole. Shane’s approach is from genuine curiosity for a nuanced understanding of the contemporary issues dominating the field. Well worth the time to listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DustyMB
    Australia2 years ago
  • Quality conversations and reflections

    I enjoy the format of this show which switches between deep dive 30-minute interviews and shorter solo reflective pieces. This format keeps topics and the podcast feeling fresh and relevant.

    A recent episode I enjoyed was A Fresh Take on Teacher Conferences, which provides valid insights into an educational Festival. It was inspiring to hear about these type of events which are the future of teacher conferences.

    Keep up the brilliant work, Shane.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Laura @TESOL Pop
    Switzerland3 years ago
  • Brilliant!

    Essential listening for anyone with ears and an interest in international school leadership

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pod-Geek
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Very interesting for anyone interested in China or education

    Great first episode. Look forward to future episodes

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sumowitch
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Interesting listen from an educator’s point of view

    I really enjoyed the topic as it didn’t just look at school leadership, as many podcasts do. This looked into the parental expectations of schools in China and identified the effect of the changes in demographic Chinese international schools have had to negotiate.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    thos150
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Listeners value the rigorous, evidence-informed approach and practical takeaways.
The show's format—mix of deep-dive interviews and solo reflections—helps practitioners stay engaged and apply ideas.
Guests bring diverse expertise, from researchers to educators, keeping discussions fresh.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

What the Pandemic Did to Student Brains | A Conversation with Nancy Weinstein
Q: What role does technology and AI play in this landscape, and how should schools respond?
AI can help with editing and writing, but it can also undermine foundational memory and learning if used inappropriately; schools should integrate AI thoughtfully, ensuring students first solidify core knowledge and cognitive skills through deliberate practice before layering AI-assisted tasks.
What the Pandemic Did to Student Brains | A Conversation with Nancy Weinstein
Q: How can leaders support teachers who are also experiencing cognitive changes?
Provide data-driven insights on memory and flexible thinking, acknowledge the cognitive load, and equip staff with prioritized, research-backed strategies (retrieval practice, spaced repetition, and flexible thinking development) while avoiding overloading them with too many options.
What the Pandemic Did to Student Brains | A Conversation with Nancy Weinstein
Q: What changed most in students during the pandemic, and why does that matter now for leaders?
Memory, especially verbal memory, declined markedly, and flexible thinking dropped as well; these shifts explain why students struggle to retain content and adapt to feedback, guiding leaders to prioritize evidence-based strategies like retrieval practice and targeted repetition.
How Schools Can Grow Young Changemakers | A Conversation with Melati Wijsen
Q: What role do teachers play in enabling student-led activism while maintaining academic standards?
Teachers should challenge students, hold them accountable, and offer a balance of supportive guidance with high expectations, enabling learning that connects activism to coursework and real-world outcomes.
How Schools Can Grow Young Changemakers | A Conversation with Melati Wijsen
Q: How can a leader avoid burnout and keep students engaged in long-term change projects?
Provide clear, specific change goals, maintain a strong vision, celebrate small wins, and build a supportive ecosystem with diverse role models to sustain motivation over years.

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What is Education Leaders about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show delivers strategic, evidence-informed leadership insights for education leaders who want to drive meaningful school change. Episodes feature deep-dive interviews with researchers, practitioners, and activists, plus host-led explorations of cognitive biases, coaching, and culture in schools. Across a mix of guest conversations and practical frameworks, the program emphasizes authentic leadership, measurement by impact, and scalable practices—ranging from learning science application and student-led change to parental engagement and international schooling. A notable strength is its consistent focus on actionable strategies and real-world examples, making it useful for listeners seeking implementable improvements in leadership pract... more

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Recent guests on Education Leaders include:

1. Clare Garey
2. Nancy Weinstein
3. Sam Crome
4. Chris Passey
5. Meg Lee
6. Melati Wijsen
7. Julia Bialeski
8. Richard Whedon

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