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Dr. Naomi Castro
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Hi - I'm Naomi. I'm an educator with an interest in dual enrollment, community college redesign, and Guided Pathways. I'm a Senior Director for an awesome educational non-profit the Career Ladders Project. Check us out at www.careerladdersproject.org You can find transcripts and other cool info on my website www.castropod.com

  1. Episode 14: Jack Kahn

    09/28/2021

    Episode 14: Jack Kahn

    Shownotes Episode 14: Jack Kahn LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-kahn-79136131/ On September 8, 2020 … and again on December 18, 2020 Jack Kahn and I talked about his approach to leadership and what it was like to lead a team during the very beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. Jack’s background as a counseling psychologist really prepared him to lead a college through an emergency. We also talk about chili peppers, music and masculinities. Naomi’s takeaways from this conversation: 1. We are making mistakes. It’s happening. Take responsibility, come together to fix it, improve and move on. 2. Prioritize health and safety, prioritize data and research, listening to science, and listen to women … in the case of the pandemic Black women scientists. https://tinyurl.com/zw5zzmzz 3. Take things seriously and also make sure to make time to build community. Seriousness and care. 4. Okay, okay, Misfit’s Earth AD is pretty good. Rapid-fire Questions 1. Favorite hot sauce? Homemade 2. Band or musician who never gets old? Son House and the Ramones. 3. Most underrated dessert? Key Lime Pie. 4. Best $100 ever spent? Misfits Coffin Box Set. Jack mentioned the following organizations: Association of California Community College Administrators www.accca.com Community College League of California https://ccleague.org Playlists Son House https://tinyurl.com/36wc7vzx Ramones https://tinyurl.com/xbtrkefm Misfits https://tinyurl.com/2ftx8zzh Special thanks to Spinningmerkaba for the use of their track Urban-Metronica (wooh-yeah mix) which was edited slightly for length. You can find the mix and their creative commons license here: http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/33345

    41 min
  2. Episode 13: Angélica Garcia

    09/22/2021

    Episode 13: Angélica Garcia

    Shownotes Episode 13: Angélica Garcia LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-angélica-garcia-05442842/ Dr. Garcia is the Berkeley City College President and a dear friend. We found some time last spring to have a conversation. I would love to shadow Angélica for a week or two and just learn how she manages a vibrant, exciting college and a healthy family life. That would be a master class in leadership. But until then it was a joy to talk and learn with her. Listen in. Naomi’s takeaways from this conversation: 1. Trust your instincts and move forward as opportunities present themselves. 2. Trust your team 3. Inform your decisions with perspective from others – students, classified staff, faculty, the cabinet team 4. Stay grounded in data, research and the community you serve. 5. Unity is our superpower Rapid-fire Questions 1. Favorite hot sauce? Mom's homemade salsa 2. Band or musician who never gets old? Julieta Venegas https://youtu.be/y8rBC6GCUjg 3. Most underrated dessert? Vanilla Ice Cream 4. Best $100 ever spent? Pre-pandemic a professional backpack you can find here: https://tinyurl.com/av4ftn59 Pandemic time support for Reading Bug, especially the podcasts: https://www.thereadingbug.com Special thanks to Spinningmerkaba for the use of their track Urban-Metronica (wooh-yeah mix) which was edited slightly for length. You can find the mix and their creative commons license here: http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/33345

    35 min
  3. Episode 12: Chris Nellum

    09/14/2021

    Episode 12: Chris Nellum

    Shownotes Episode 12: Chris Nellum LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cnellum/ Linked Tree: https://linktr.ee/cnellum Last spring, April 2021, my dear friend and colleague Chris Nellum and I finally got a chance to talk over Zoom. Chris is the executive director at the Education Trust West https://west.edtrust.org and is a new dad to the most beautiful baby in the world [I am biased]. I so appreciate Chris’ thoughtfulness in our conversations and his straightforward way of navigating this world. Naomi’s takeaways from this conversation: 1. Your organization can’t be all things to all people. 2. Feel comfortable in your organization’s role. 3. Engage with folks who believe in their own brilliance. 4. Be transparent and plan for transitions. 5. Sometimes we need to let go and ride the wave. Rapid-fire Questions 1. Favorite hot sauce? An unnamed hot sauce from a mom and pop shop in Brawley, Ca, followed by Tapatío and Siracha 2. Band or musician who never gets old? Anita Baker 3. Most underrated dessert? Bread pudding New Orleans style 4. Best $100 ever spent? Match.com where Chris met his future wife Special thanks to Spinningmerkaba for the use of their track Urban-Metronica (wooh-yeah mix) which was edited slightly for length. You can find the mix and their creative commons license here: http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/33345

    34 min
  4. Episode 11: Mike Muñoz

    09/07/2021

    Episode 11: Mike Muñoz

    Shownotes Episode 11: Mike Muñoz LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmikemunoz/ I have so much love for Long Beach and so much cariño for Dr. Mike Muñoz, Interim President of Long Beach City College. Mike had been the Vice President of Student Services and he brings a counselor’s perspective to his approach to leadership. Naomi’s takeaways from this conversation: 1. Slow down. 2. Compassionate listening. 3. Root yourself in your “why” 4. Sit with those feelings, but don’t get stuck there. Rapid-fire Questions 1. Favorite hot sauce? Tapatío 2. Band or musician who never gets old? Fleetwood Mac 3. Most underrated dessert? Tres Leches 4. Best $100 ever spent? Once a month home massage. Dr. Muñoz also mentioned: Nathan Apodaca aka Dogg Face skateboarding to Fleetwood Mac https://youtu.be/OtzVKUCZE5w Special thanks to Spinningmerkaba for the use of their track Urban-Metronica (wooh-yeah mix) which was edited slightly for length. You can find the mix and their creative commons license here: http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/33345

    40 min
  5. Episode 10: Eric Bishop

    08/31/2021

    Episode 10: Eric Bishop

    Shownotes Episode 10: Eric Bishop LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-bishop-b63a988/ A few days after Christmas of 2020 Dr. Eric Bishop joined me for a Zoom conversation. I met Dr. Bishop a while back and it did not surprise me at all when I heard he had become president at Ohlone College. He is Ohlone’s first Black president and you better believe it. Naomi’s takeaways from this conversation: 1. Be prepared to roll up your sleeves and get to work. 2. Give the new plan time to germinate. 3. Do not give anyone a reason to discount your presidency. 4. Consult your partner before making a big move. Rapid-fire Questions 1. Favorite hot sauce? Red Rooster 2. Band or musician who never gets old? Vanessa Williams and Janet Jackson 3. Most underrated dessert? Vanilla Ice Cream 4. Best $100 ever spent? A meal at the Napa Rose Restaurant Special thanks to Spinningmerkaba for the use of their track Urban-Metronica (wooh-yeah mix) which was edited slightly for length. You can find the mix and their creative commons license here: http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/33345

    46 min
  6. Episode 09: Herbert English

    08/23/2021

    Episode 09: Herbert English

    Shownotes Episode 09: Herbert English LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/herbert-l-english-jr-8307b85/ Back in October 2020 I had the pleasure of having a wonderful conversation with Herbert English, Vice President of Student Services at Barstow College. Dr. English has a deep understanding of the students he and his team serves. He speaks very fondly of his time as an EOPS student and one amazing counselor in particular. Naomi’s takeaways from this conversation: 1. Don't allow the things you can’t control affect how you lead. 2. Adapt to your environment. 3. Failing is not an option because we are serving students. 4. A dedicated counselor will change student’s lives. Rapid-fire Questions 1. Favorite hot sauce? Louisiana Hot Sauce 2. Band or musician who never gets old? A Tribe Called Quest 3. Most underrated dessert? Hot Tamales candy 4. Best $100 ever spent? Air Jordans Special thanks to Spinningmerkaba for the use of their track Urban-Metronica (wooh-yeah mix) which was edited slightly for length. You can find the mix and their creative commons license here: http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/33345

    46 min
  7. Special Episode: Leadership in Times of Crisis

    04/12/2020

    Special Episode: Leadership in Times of Crisis

    SHOWNOTES: On March 19, 2020 Governor Gavin Newsome instituted a shelter-in-place order across California due to the rapid spread of COVID 19. I reached out to a few of the college leaders I had interviewed last year to see how they’re doing. This special episode includes interviews with Keith Curry, president of Compton College, Ricky Shabazz, president of San Diego City College, and Regina Stanback Stroud, chancellor of the Peralta Community College District. Dr. Keith Curry on Twitter @IAmKeithCurry https://twitter.com/Iamkeithcurry ADVICE TO OTHER COLLEGE LEADERS: 1. have a plan at your institution 2. communication 3. delegate assignments and tasks 4. establish a budget 5. request authority from your board 6. stay in close communication with external groups POTENTIAL POSITIVE OUTCOMES: 1. use of technology, and understanding of student needs 2. use technology so employees can work remotely 3. student services now provides support online and can build on that Dr. Ricky Shabazz on Twitter @DrRickyShabazz https://twitter.com/DrRickyShabazz ADVICE TO OTHER COLLEGE LEADERS: 1. you can never communicate enough 2. town halls for constituency groups 3. the revolution will be televised POTENTIAL POSITIVE OUTCOMES: 1. to see our amazing team really step up 2. our faculty are so creative in offering alternatives 3. people have been so flexible 4. people are doing their best and stepping up Dr. Regina Stanback Stroud on Twitter @PCCD_Chancellor https://twitter.com/PCCD_Chancellor ADVICE TO OTHER COLLEGE LEADERS: 1. communicate, communicate, communicate 2. don’t take criticism personally 3. recognize your executive team and what they bring 4. use their connections and relationships to move mountains POTENTIAL POSITIVE OUTCOMES: 1. every college in California now has a robust online program 2. professional development mobilized - people are getting trained 3. student services has figured out how to provide support online 4. a personal renewed appreciation for the systems office Special thanks to Spinningmerkaba for the use of their track Urban-Metronica (wooh-yeah mix) which was edited slightly for length. You can find the mix and their creative commons license here: http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/33345

    1h 8m
  8. Episode 07: Ricky Shabazz

    08/27/2019

    Episode 07: Ricky Shabazz

    Shownotes Episode 07: Ricky Shabazz Bio: http://sdcity.edu/about/leadership/president.aspx I have had the pleasure of knowing Ricky Shabazz for many years. We were finally able to have a deep conversation with him was August 30, 2019. It's been a wild ride that took him to San Diego City College, where he is now president. He has a number of book recommendations. He also has sage advice for aspiring leaders. Naomi’s takeaways 1. “It’s not my college, it’s our college.” 2. Read books, find mentors. 3. Never arrive at a decision in isolation. 4. Get a massage. Rapid Fire Questions 1. Coffee or tea? Jamba Juice Strawberries Wild, thick. 2. Beatles or Rolling Stones? Outkast. 3. Favorite flavor of ice cream? Vanilla with fresh strawberries.. 4. Best $100 ever spent? A fishing rod. 5. Guilty pleasure? Fishing and binge watching Last Chance University Ricky recommended the following books: Executive Transitions in Student Services: A Guide to Getting Started as the Vice President by Ainsley Carry and Kevin Kruger https://tinyurl.com/y9vofukv The Third Option: Hope for a Racially Divided Nation by Miles McPherson https://tinyurl.com/y8prshxn Smarter, Faster, Better: The Transformative Power of Real Productivity by Charles Duhigg https://tinyurl.com/ybed94hs Community College Leadership: A Multidimensional Model for Leading Change by Pamela Eddy and George Boggs https://tinyurl.com/y9thjz7t Becoming a Student Ready College: A New Culture of Leadership for Student Success by Tia McNair, Susan Albertine, Michelle Cooper, Nicole McDonald and Thomas Major Jr. https://tinyurl.com/yac2l667 Ricky also mentioned: Gallop’s StrengthsQuest https://tinyurl.com/yagmmxag NASPA Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education https://www.naspa.org Aspen Institute Executive Leadership Program https://tinyurl.com/ybcjwcdt The League for Innovation in the Community College https://www.league.org Playlist: *Ricky did not choose a specific song so I took the liberty of providing a link to Hey Ya! By Outkast. https://youtu.be/PWgvGjAhvIw Special thanks to Spinningmerkaba for the use of their track Urban-Metronica (wooh-yeah mix) which was edited slightly for length. You can find the mix and their creative commons license here: http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/33345

    1h 4m
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Hi - I'm Naomi. I'm an educator with an interest in dual enrollment, community college redesign, and Guided Pathways. I'm a Senior Director for an awesome educational non-profit the Career Ladders Project. Check us out at www.careerladdersproject.org You can find transcripts and other cool info on my website www.castropod.com

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  • Creator
    Dr. Naomi Castro
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2021
  • Episodes
    14
  • Rating
    Clean
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