Join Jim and Jessica as they celebrate a significant milestone—the 100th episode of Coaching Conversations! Recorded live at TLC 2024 in vibrant New Orleans, this special Q&A episode is filled with reflections, insights, and listener engagement.

Episode Structure:

Part One: High Low Buffalo In this segment, Jim and Jessica share their highs, lows, and random thoughts about the first 99 episodes of the podcast.

Jim's Highs:
- The privilege of interviewing thought leaders like Dan Pink, Michael Bungay Stanier, Haesun Moon, Dr. Christopher Emdin, and Zaretta Hammond.
- His favorite podcast moment with Christian van Nieuwerburgh during a trip across Route 66.
- The joy of collaborating with Jessica Wise.
Jessica's Highs:
- Living vicariously through Jim's experiences.
- Their first podcast together, recapping TLC 2023.
- Discovering they are "vampire listeners" on Spotify and learning from their guests.
Jim's Lows:
- The unrealized potential of coaching when not approached with a focus on kids and partnership.
- Frustration over research not being utilized effectively in coaching practices.
Jessica's Lows:
- The recurring “if only…” sentiment and the challenge of reaching more educators.
- A desire for deeper follow-ups with podcast guests.
Random Thoughts (Buffalo):
- Jim shares his childhood dream of being a talk show host, which the podcast allows him to fulfill.
- Jessica humorously recalls her anxiety about accidentally calling Jim "Jimothy" during their first Q&A.

Part Two: Listener Questions Jim and Jessica dive into listener inquiries, discussing the future of research in instructional coaching and strategies for fostering better conversations with school leadership.

Future Research: Jim highlights his collaboration with Bryan Goodwin on a new book that merges the science of learning and teaching, emphasizing the need for more research in coaching.
Creating Better Conversations: Jessica offers tips for instructional coaches to build rapport with school leaders, focusing on community-building and maintaining role clarity.

As they wrap up this celebratory episode, Jim expresses his gratitude for working alongside Jessica and reflects on the ongoing journey of coaching conversations. Tune in for a heartfelt and insightful discussion that honors the past while looking forward to the future!

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