In this solo, year-in-review episode, host John Brucato reflects on the conversations, themes, and lessons that defined the podcast in 2025 — a year that also saw the release of its 100th episode.
John shares highlights from across the year, explores the biggest themes shaping school business leadership, and offers a candid look at what he’s hearing from colleagues in the field. He also dives into the numbers behind the show, including 16,798 downloads in 2025, listeners across the U.S. and around the world, and the growing reach of the School Business Insider community.
From leadership and culture to change management, innovation, and the human side of the work, this episode is both a reflection on the year behind us and a look ahead to what’s next.
Whether you’ve listened to every episode or are just discovering the podcast, Wrapped! 2025 is a celebration of the people, ideas, and conversations that continue to shape the school business profession.
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