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More Than a Title: Leadership Through Service and Presence (Part I with Jeremy Brooks)

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Classroom Narratives: Healing in Education
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Feb 18, 2026
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Summary

Episode Synopsis In Part I of this two-part conversation, Dr. Joey Weisler sits down with educator, former principal, doctoral researcher, and media host Jeremy Brooks to explore what leadership truly looks like during difficult moments in education. Drawing from his journey from classroom teacher to administrator to founder of Brooks Broadcasting, Jeremy reflects on how leadership is not defined by titles, but by presence, integrity, and service to students and educators. Together, Joey and Jeremy discuss teacher burnout, compassion fatigue, the importance of visible leadership in school communities, and how trauma-informed practices can shape healthier school cultures. This episode centers on a powerful idea: strong leadership keeps educators in the profession — especially when systems feel overwhelming and teachers are asked to support students while carrying their own emotional weight. Part II will continue the conversation by examining school safety, accountability, and the shared responsibility of building supportive educational systems. Jeremy Brooks' extended bio Jeremy Brooks is the CEO of Brooks Broadcasting LLC and the host of The Education Talk Show with Jeremy Brooks, an international education media platform that has reached more than 1.5 million viewers from around the world and over 295,000 subscribers. Under his leadership, The Education Talk Show with Jeremy Brooks has earned five Communicator Awards from the Academy of Interactive & Visual Arts as well as the YouTube Silver Creator Award, establishing it as a leader in digital education media. Brooks Broadcasting LLC also produces The Weekly Recess, an award-winning live, panel-style show that expands conversations around education, leadership, and culture. Jeremy is also a published author and c…