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Leading While Human

Sean Gaillard & Dr. Sonia Matthew 9 Episodes Oct 11, 2026

"Leading While Human" is a heartfelt podcast co-hosted by Sean Gaillard and Dr. Sonia Matthew that reimagines leadership through a human-centered lens. Born from lived experience, reflection, and healing, the series invites honest conversations with thoughtful leaders about belonging, courage, well-being, and leading with love in complex times. It is not about performative leadership or quick fixes, but about being human first and leading from the heart.

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Leading While Human with Ingrid Medlock | Season 3, Episode 2 Oct 11, 2026 00:24:52 Season 3, Episode 2Featuring Dr. Ingrid W. MedlockWhat does it mean to lead with humanity through changing roles, difficult decisions, and new seasons of life? How do we build relationships that allow people to feel seen, heard, and valued while continuing to pursue excellence?In this episode of Leading While Human, cohosts Sean Gaillard and Dr. Sonia Matthew welcome distinguished educational lead

Leading While Human featuring Lindsey Cannon Oct 4, 2026 00:23:53 How do leaders move from good intentions to systems that create lasting impact?In this episode of Leading While Human, hosts Sean Gaillard and Dr. Sonia Matthew welcome Lindsey Cannon, founder of Reify Educates, for a conversation about leadership, instructional coherence, and the power of building systems that support both people and results.Drawing from her experiences as an English teacher, non

Leading While Human with Julia Bialeski Jun 28, 2026 00:33:45 What does it mean to lead with grace in a world that often rewards speed, certainty, and perfection?In this episode of Leading While Human, hosts Sean Gaillard and Dr. Sonia Matthew welcome Julia Bialeski, educator, author, speaker, and advocate for human-centered leadership. With more than two decades of experience serving as a teacher, instructional specialist, assistant principal, principal, an

Leading While Human with Charle Peck Jun 21, 2026 00:23:48 Leading While Human featuring Charle PeckHow do we remain grounded when the pressures around us seem determined to pull us apart?In this episode of Leading While Human, hosts Sean Gaillard and Dr. Sonia Matthew welcome Charle Peck, therapist, former educator, author, and internationally recognized speaker, for a timely conversation about resilience, leadership, and thriving in demanding environmen

Leading While Human with Sabrina Henry Jun 14, 2026 00:31:43 What does it look like to invest in the human first?In this episode of Leading While Human, hosts Sean Gaillard and Dr. Sonia Matthew welcome Sabrina Henry, an educator, advocate, and leader whose unique journey spans the worlds of brand marketing, higher education, classroom teaching, and educational leadership.As a Community Engagement Manager with ISTE+ASCD, Sabrina is dedicated to advancing th

Leading While Human featuring Dr. Amanda Austin Jun 7, 2026 00:39:05 Leading While Human Season 2 PremiereFeaturing Dr. Amanda AustinWhat does it mean to lead with courage, purpose, and humanity in a world that often asks leaders to do more with less?In the Season 2 premiere of Leading While Human, hosts Sean Gaillard and Sonia Matthew welcome Dr. Amanda Austin, the 2025 Louisiana Principal of the Year, educational leader, and advocate for building schools where re

Leading While Human with Marcel Schwantes (Bonus Episode!) Mar 2, 2026 00:35:09 In this special bonus episode of Leading While Human, co-hosts Sean Gaillard and Dr. Sonia Matthew sit down with acclaimed author and executive leadership coach Marcel Schwantes, author of Humane Leadership: Lead with Radical Love. Be a Kick-Ass Boss. Together they explore what it truly means to lead with heart, courage, and compassion in a world that too often celebrates hierarchy over humanity.M

Leading While Human with Special Guest Dr. Donya Ball Feb 22, 2026 00:39:18 🎙 Season Finale of Leading While HumanIn this season finale episode, hosts Dr. Sonia Matthew and Sean Gaillard welcome the inspiring and insightful Dr. Donya Ball for a powerful and upbeat conversation centered on what it truly means to lead while human.Dr. Donya Ball is an internationally respected keynote speaker, leadership expert, professor, and executive coach with more than two decades of ex

Leading While Human with Lauren Kaufman Feb 15, 2026 00:36:40 🎙️ Leading While HumanEpisode 3 with Lauren KaufmanCo hosted by Sean Gaillard and Dr. Sonia MatthewIn this third inaugural episode of Leading While Human, we are joined by Lauren Kaufman, author of The Leader Inside. This conversation centers on leadership that begins within and is rooted in presence, courage, and humanity.Lauren shares reflections on leading from the inside out, staying grounded

Leading While Human with Special Guest Baruti Kafele Feb 8, 2026 00:31:45 In this powerful second episode of #LeadingWhileHuman, hosts Sean Gaillard and Dr. Sonia Matthew sit down with Principal Baruti Kafele, internationally renowned speaker, author, and veteran school leader. Together, they explore what it truly means to lead people not programs in schools and communities where the work demands heart, clarity, and courage.Leadership Beyond Titles: Baruti Kafele shares

Leading While Human with Special Guest Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket Feb 1, 2026 00:26:50 Episode 1: Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket In our premiere episode, we sit with Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket , wife, mother, principal, TEDx speaker, author, and President of the Maryland Association of Elementary School Principals. A lifelong educator and advocate named a Top 100 Influencer in education, Rachel shares her journey from classroom teacher to transformational leader, wisdom on relational leadership,

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