#OwnYourEpic

by Dr. Jay R. Dostal

A podcast designed to amplify the voices and stories of educators across the country who are demonstrating amazing leadership and impacting young people on a daily basis.

Podcast episodes

  • Season 2

  • #OwnYourEpic - Triple Threat

    #OwnYourEpic - Triple Threat

    In this episode of the #OwnYourEpic podcast, we hear from Lois Rasgorshek, Jennie Benning, and Sarah Schau. All three are educational leaders and they provide their unique perspectives on being a high school leader.

  • #OwnYourEpic - Darrin Peppard

    #OwnYourEpic - Darrin Peppard

    In this episode of the #OwnYourEpic Podcast, we hear the story of Dr. Darrin Peppard and his journey through the education profession as a middle school science teacher, award winning Principal, Superintendent, and now Leadership Coach and Educational Speaker. Learn more about Darrin by following him on social media (@DarrinMPeppard) or check out his Road to Awesome resources at https://roadtoawesome.net.

  • #OwnYourEpic - Melissa Herrmann

    #OwnYourEpic - Melissa Herrmann

    In this episode of the #OwnYourEpic Podcast, we hear the story of Dr. Melissa Herrmann and her journey through the education profession as a social studies teacher, Dean of Students, Assistant Principal, and now Director of Human Resources.

  • #OwnYourEpic - Kristeen Shabram

    #OwnYourEpic - Kristeen Shabram

    In this episode of the #OwnYourEpic Podcast, we hear the story of Kristeen Shabram and her journey through the education profession as a middle school business teacher and PowerSchool administrator.

  • #OwnYourEpic - Brittney Hodges-Bolkovac

    #OwnYourEpic - Brittney Hodges-Bolkovac

    In this episode of the #OwnYourEpic Podcast, we hear the story of Brittney Hodges-Bolkovac and her journey through the education profession as a non-traditional teacher turned English/ELL/World Language teacher, Dean of Students, and now Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.