In this inspiring episode of the Unlocking Unlimited Potential STORIES Show, Dr. Brandon Beck sits down with Dr. Naomi Hall (@therecoveringeducator).

Naomi, an educational consultant with 18 years of experience as a teacher and administrator, calls herself the Recovering Educator. Today, she works as a leadership consultant, coaching schools and educators to stay inspired, connected, and fueled by their leadership fire.

In this conversation, Dr. Hall shares powerful, field-tested tips for educators and leaders. She highlights the creation of the Thrive Conference—a free virtual conference series supporting educators across the globe—and explains how it grew into mentorship programs, positive coaching opportunities, and new ways to build sustainable impact in schools.

✨ #UUPotential Dedication: Phil Januzewski

Website: www.nrhdynamic.com

In this special episode, we went live from the #DLNY25 (Deeper Learning NY) Conference in Kingston, NY (presented by Ulster BOCES) to capture the voices and stories of seven inspiring educators who are making a lasting impact in their schools, communities, and beyond.

This episode highlights a powerful mix of leaders—principals, consultants, professors, an ENL director, environmental educators, and even a children’s book author—each sharing the personal journey that fuels their purpose in education. Through their stories, you’ll hear how they continue to ignite passion, create opportunities, and unlock unlimited potential in the lives of the students, teachers, and leaders they serve.

Our featured guests include:

• Robert Mahoney

• Kris Giangreco

• Eddie Cohen

• Dana Brown

• Rachel Arbor

• John Frias

• Camile Licate

From innovative leadership practices to deeply personal reflections, each guest brings a unique perspective on what it truly means to lead, teach, and inspire. Whether you’re a classroom teacher, school leader, or lifelong learner, you’ll walk away from this episode energized with new ideas and renewed purpose.

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In this inspiring episode of the Unlocking Unlimited Potential STORIES Show, Dr. Brandon Beck sits down with Sam Demma (@sam_Demma) — international keynote speaker, best-selling author of Empty Your Backpack, and picture book author of Be Someone’s Taco.

Sam has shared the stage with icons like Kardinal Offishall and Sarah Blackwood, partnered with brands like Taco Bell, delivered two TEDx talks, and toured his empowering message across Canada, the United States, and Kenya. His work has been featured on national television programs like Marilyn Dennis and Breakfast Television.

In this conversation, Sam shares how he walked away from a D1 Soccer Scholarship to follow his greater purpose, how his speaking career began in high school, and how it has grown into a mission that inspires hundreds of thousands of people each year. With humor, authenticity, and heart, Sam unpacks lessons on empathy, mental health, and leadership that will leave you inspired to take action.

#UUPotential Dedication: Michael Loudfoot
Follow Sam: @sam_demma