Unsupervised Leadership: A podcast for fun, fab, & fierce females

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What If We're Both Right? 18 Months to 18 Years Oct 24, 2026

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This week, we're talking autism, advocacy, the power of public education, and why it doesn't have to be a fight to make a difference.

Educator Burnout: It's More Than the Workload Oct 18, 2026

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Courtney's 51 and Kate will no longer have singing parties in the office.

Social media, constant criticism, and the pressure to defend public education are adding to the emotional weight that educators carry.

This week on UL, we're talking about what's changed in education and why burnout goes beyond the walls of the classroom.

We've decided we'll make this a series. Tune in.

We're Committing: Apparently, People Listen to This Thing Oct 05, 2026

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We’re back with a conference rundown, the mildly alarming realization that people actually listen to this podcast, and Courtney asking ChatGPT what we should—and absolutely should not—be doing to make the pod better.

We’re also asking the bigger question: four years later, are we actually any better when it comes to women in leadership supporting women? Plus, Kate shocks everyone by liking a new Taylor Swift song, and Courtney enters the college application process only to discover she knows approximately…nothing.

Leadership, life, Taylor, college apps, and a little podcast self-improvement. Basically, us.

4 years Later: Are Women ACTUALLY Supporting Women? Sep 25, 2026

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We’re FINALLY back - again- and turns out, finding time to actually record a podcast might be harder than writing a book.

We’re catching up on ALL the things: being featured in a new book about sister circles, what women supporting women REALLY looks like, and why conversations about women in leadership were never supposed to be men vs. women - OR women vs. women.

Four years after we started this work, are we actually any better at it? Because the workforce needs us to be...so let's be better.

We’re also talking about how amazing it is that an entire district is using Unsupervised Leadership for a book study this year, some incredible guests we’ve had the privilege of learning from, and—because some things never change- Kate still despises Taylor Swift.

And we’re just getting warmed up. Again...

Next episode: We’re taking on the way social media is portraying education right now—and we have some thoughts. You definitely don’t want to miss that one.

Don't Tell HR about the School District Tik Tok? Aug 08, 2026

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Should districts have Tik Tok? We're talking about surviving a flood, institute day ideas, and was there a tornado? Kate thinks so...it's her first experience...join us to hear about our amazing institute- at least we think so...

Nobody Under 30 Will Understand This Episode Jul 22, 2026

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Why aren't we seeing any Taylor wedding pics? From Guess Jeans and favorite middle school escapades to rectangle pizza and school-dance classics, this episode is packed with memories and plenty of “I forgot about that!” moments. Join us as we celebrate decades of excellence and relive the school days that shaped us as we get ready for back to school!

Notes, Tik Tok and Work-Life Balance Jul 19, 2026

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We're back and we're talking about our upcoming Institute, who we need to still hire, our ideas for the upcoming year to get more teachers in the pipeline, and we are talking about writing notes- in middle school and for staff. Don't miss this short drop!

Taylor's Getting Married and Work Life Balance... Jul 03, 2026

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It's Taylor Swift's wedding day... and yes, we're absolutely here for it. 💍✨

But we're also tackling a question every candidate (and every hiring team) should be thinking about: Should you ask about work-life balance during a job interview?

Let's just say... we have a LOT to say.

Don't miss this episode!

Last Week Energy: It's All About the Vibe May 17, 2026

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On this end-of-year episode, we’re wrapping up the final week of school and covering a little bit of everything — from the emotions of graduation season and the speeches that have stayed with us, to what we’ve learned sitting on interview teams and what really matters when hiring great people. We’re also diving into teacher retention data, why culture matters , team environments, and reflecting on the moments, memories, and lessons that defined this school year. A little laughter, a little honesty, and we're back...even though it's almost summer!

11 More Days... May 11, 2026

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In this quick-hit episode, we’re back with our favorite co-host-in-crime, DJ Joe Sweeney, as the countdown to summer officially begins. We’re talking end-of-year survival, what’s actually on deck for the summer (spoiler: it’s not all rest), and why this season always brings a mix of excitement and reflection.

We also get real about the noise—because as Joe steps into his new role, there are already whispers and doubts. But if you know Joe, you know one thing: doubt doesn’t slow him down… it fuels him.

Plus, a quick update on the momentum behind Unsupervised Leadership—districts are reaching out, and we’re hitting the road to connect, speak, and build with leaders everywhere.

Let’s finish strong.

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