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  S6 EP15 Navigating the Screen Time Shift: Policy, Practice, and District Realities 15.09.2026 31min

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the EDU Coach Collective, hosts Celine and Katie are joined by edtech leader, equity advocate, ISTE Board President, and founder of MsEdTechie Consulting, Patricia Brown. Together, they tackle the complex global screen time debate and explore how schools can balance meaningful tech integration with student well-being.
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  Back to School: A Pre-Launch Pep Talk for Coaches 25.08.2026 19min

  Send us Fan Mail As the new school year kicks off, the pressure on instructional and tech coaches can feel overwhelming. Before the classrooms fill up and the hectic schedules take over, take a step back, hit pause, and tune into this essential pre-launch pep talk designed specifically for you.
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  ISTE 2026: Innovation in Tech Instruction 11.08.2026 10min

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we take a deep dive into the highlights, key takeaways, and game-changing ideas straight from ISTE 2026. From cutting-edge classroom technologies to forward-thinking instructional strategies, join us as we explore how educators are pushing the boundaries of technology instruction to engage students and transform learning.
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  Midseason Reflection and Collaboration Roundtable 23.06.2026 26min

  Send us Fan Mail Join hosts Celine and Katie, along with special guest and podcast editor Ben, for a reflective midseason deep dive into the sixth season of the EDU Coach Collective. In this episode, the team transitions from behind the scenes to the forefront to discuss the strategies and guests that have shaped their coaching practices this year.
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  Summer Sandbox: Reflection & Fun 09.06.2026 14min

  Send us Fan Mail Celebrate the end of the school year with Celine and Katie as they step out of "survival mode" and into the Summer Sandbox. In this episode, they are joined by Kaitlyn Frederick, an instructional coach who shares her journey through a year of breakthroughs and strategic pivots.
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  Coaching Programs with Tracee Keough 26.05.2026 23min

  Send us Fan Mail This episode features Tracee Keough, the Assistant Director of Coaching Programs at Forward Edge, discussing the evolution of the Certified Coach Program. The conversation highlights the program's structure, its focus on systemic change, and the integration of AI to optimize coaching workflows. 1
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  The "Gears" of Coaching 12.05.2026 28min

  Send us Fan Mail This episode of the EDU Coach Collective Podcast features host Katie Ritter in conversation with Jo Lein, a leadership coach and author, discussing the complexities of mindset in instructional coaching. As a leadership coach and writer, Jo Lein focuses on helping individuals move beyond merely "performing" change to actually experiencing it
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  The Power of Trust-Based Conversations 28.04.2026 28min

  Send us Fan Mail This episode of the EDU Coach Collective podcast features Craig Randall, author of Trust-Based Observations. The discussion focuses on revolutionizing classroom observations by removing the "gotcha" culture of evaluation and replacing it with a foundation of relational trust to foster genuine teacher growth.
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  Strategy-Focused Coaching with Emilie Rio 14.04.2026 33min

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the EDU Coach Collective, hosts Celine and Katie speak with Emilie Rio, a high school instructional technology coach in Illinois, about her unique approach to strategy-focused coaching. Drawing on her background as a former Spanish teacher, Emilie shares how she creates a safe, vulnerable space for staff to learn new technology, much like she did for students learning a foreign language. 1 2
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  Coaching Research Conversations 24.03.2026 46min

  Send us Fan Mail Is instructional coaching actually working, or are we just treating symptoms of a broken system? In this episode of the Coaching Research Conversations with Matt Brady, we tackle the identity crisis facing modern coaches. With hundreds of different job titles and a lack of clear metrics, many coaches find themselves stuck in a loop of "yak shaving"—tackling endless, irrelevant tasks to get to the actual work of teaching.
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  The Coaches Court: March Madness Strategies 10.03.2026 17min

  Send us Fan Mail Join our coaches Lisa Olidges and Jordan Petri as we explore the "March Madness" coaching cycle—a framework designed to re-energize staff through gamified professional development and high-utility tech tools. From running 4-to-6 week intensive coaching cycles to hosting "Tech Pop-ups" that give teachers their time back, we’re sharing the exact tactics you need to finish the school year strong and build relationships that last into next year
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  The Impact & Innovation Focus 24.02.2026 32min

  Send us Fan Mail Instructional coaching isn’t just about the latest tech—it’s about solving problems and seeing the human in front of you. In this episode, Celine and Katie welcome Dr. Kaylah Holland, a Google Certified Innovator and ISTE award winner, to discuss how we can revolutionize Professional Development. Dr. Holland shares her "non-negotiables" for effective PD and takes us inside the unique world of coaching in juvenile justice facilities. From low-tech engagement strategies like "m...
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  What do you love about coaching? 10.02.2026 23min

  Send us Fan Mail In this heart-to-heart episode of the Edu Coach Collective, we’re stepping away from the "how-to" and leaning into the "why." We sat down with several instructional coaches from the Forward Edge team to uncover the special moments that make this job so rewarding. From the "lightbulb" moments in a classroom to the quiet, breakthrough conversations in a hallway, our coaches share the personal stories and professional wins that keep them inspired. Whether you're a veteran coach ...
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  A.I. Literacy with Jeffrey Riley 27.01.2026 27min

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the EDU Coach Collective, hosts Celine Thomas and Katie Ritter sit down with Jeffrey Riley, a former Massachusetts Commissioner of Education, now leading a nonprofit initiative at MIT. The conversation shifts from simple AI tools to the broader necessity of AI literacy for students, teachers, and instructional leaders.
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  New Year, New Us (EDU Coach Collective Podcast Rebrand) 13.01.2026 15min

  Send us Fan Mail Happy New Year, everyone! You are listening to the very first episode of the year, and if you noticed a new name in your feed, your ears aren't playing tricks on you. Welcome to the EDU Coach Collective! We are so excited to kick off this season with a fresh look and a renewed mission. We’re still the same team from Forward Edge you know and love—former educators working as instructional coaches right here in the K-12 trenches—but we’ve evolved. This year, it’s all about the ...
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  Restart, Recharge, Rebrand! 09.12.2025 14min

  Send us Fan Mail To all of our valued, loyal listeners, thank you for being the heart of our community! We are thrilled to officially announce that the Restart Recharge Podcast is leveling up and rebranding to become The EDU Coach Collective! This transition marks an exciting new chapter, and we are gearing up to make 2026 our most impactful year yet.
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  Finding Your Coaching Persona (Pt. 2) 18.11.2025 18min

  Send us Fan Mail This two-part series features hosts Jordan and Torie discussing the essential process of developing and resetting their coaching personas, especially when transitioning to a new environment or district. In Part 2, the conversation likely pivots from sharing initial struggles (like navigating "Coach-ese" jargon and the cultural shock of starting over, which was covered in Part 1) to actionable strategies for earning trust and establishing a successful coaching identity in a ...
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  Finding your Coaching Persona (PT 1) 05.11.2025 16min

  Send us Fan Mail Instructional coaches Torie and Jordan transition districts, moving from being established experts to the new kids on the block. Hear their hilarious struggles with "Coach-ese" jargon and the cultural shock of starting over. This conversation delivers actionable ideas on how to successfully reset your coaching persona and earn trust in any new school environment. Get ready to laugh and refine your pivot strategy!
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  Bringing Coaching to LIFE! 21.10.2025 30min

  Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to Restart Recharge, the podcast for coaches ready to level up their practice. In this revolutionary episode, we're joined by Maureen Lamb, a true innovator who blends the ancient world with the future of learning. Maureen teaches Latin, a language often called "dead," yet she's a cutting-edge AI expert and Google Certified Trainer. We dig into the powerful practice of incorporating teaching and learning a language—even a dead one—and how these fundamentals can s...
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  What's in Your Coaching Bag? 07.10.2025 20min

  Send us Fan Mail Get ready for a behind-the-scenes look at the tools that power coaching success! Restart Recharge Podcast: What's in Your Coaching Bag? In this practical and insightful episode, we peek inside the actual coaching bags of our Forward Edge coaches to reveal their essential gear. From productivity tools and tech gadgets to self-care items and unexpected resources, our coaches share the items that truly make their lives easier, enhance their sessions, and keep them running smooth...