Aug 7, 2026
Summary
Kristin Reinbold and special guest, Eric Reinbold, share personal stories and insights on creating environments that foster growth, learning, and magic, especially in educational settings. She discusses her recent family trip, the struggles with her son's Autism, and the leadership lessons inspired by Walt Disney.
Keywords
education, leadership, environment, autism, family, Disney, storytelling, growth, back to school, leadership lessons
key topics
Creating environments that foster learning and growth
Personal family stories highlighting autism and special moments
Leadership lessons inspired by Walt Disney's storytelling and
risk-taking
The importance of environment in engaging students and staff
The role of storytelling and imagination in education
Words of Wisdom
Environment influences engagement and learning.
Personal stories reveal the importance of quality time and
understanding.
Leadership involves creating spaces where magic can happen.
Storytelling is a powerful tool for educators.
Risk-taking and creativity lead to unique educational
experiences.
sound bites
"Creating environments that foster learning and growth."
"Storytelling is a powerful tool for educators."
"Leadership involves creating spaces where magic can happen."
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and episode overview
02:09 Back to school and educator appreciation
04:00 Family trip to Duck Creek and its significance
06:12 Personal stories about David and autism
09:00 Creating environments that foster connection and magic
11:05 The power of environment and removing distractions
12:04 The importance of storytelling and risk-taking in
leadership
13:51 Disney as an example of leadership and creativity
15:09 Encouragement for educators and future collaborations