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Real School Leaders. Real Solutions. Tailored to current and future K-12 education leaders, the Rethink Possible podcast delivers relatable and relevant content from superintendents and other education thought partners. Each 25-minute conversational episode provides solutions to common challenges and opportunities while accommodating the busy lifestyles of today's school leaders. Dr. Bob McDowell brings the unique perspective he gained through his time as assistant principal, principal, assistant superintendent and superintendent to his role as host of the Rethink Possible podcast. In addition to his K-12 experience, he's taught graduate-level education courses for St. Mary's University and Bethel University as well as advised doctoral students and superintendent licensee candidates. Through this podcast, he helps connect leaders across the country with tried and true solutions for K-12 education. Produced by CESO and Colorfuel
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Signup to Generate a PitchReal School Leaders. Real Solutions. Tailored to current and future K-12 education leaders, the Rethink Possible podcast delivers relatable and relevant content from superintendents and other education thought partners. Each 25-minute conversational episode provides solutions to common challenges and opportunities while accommodating the busy lifestyles of today's school leaders. Dr.
Rethink Possible is hosted by Bob McDowell. The show has published 37 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "90 Days Into the Superintendency - Part 1" (2 October 2026, 34 minutes), "Implementing an Integrated Operational Plan" (11 September 2026, 28 minutes), and "Professional Learning Structures" (24 July 2026, 26 minutes).
Rethink Possible publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 27 minutes across 37 episodes.
Booking probability for Rethink Possible is 31%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Rethink Possible requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Rethink Possible's contact route on record: verified email.
The strongest fits for Rethink Possible are Schools (K-12). Rethink Possible has an education audience.
Bob McDowell hosts Rethink Possible, an education podcast with 37 episodes published.
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Episode #36
In this episode, Bob is joined by Dr. Robb Virgin the new superintendent for Wayzata Public Schools. Robb talks about the first 90 days on the job, the transition from assistant superintendent to superintendent, and...
Episode #35
In this podcast episode, Bob hosts Dr. Emily McDonald, assistant superintendent for Lakeville Public Schools. They discuss the process of developing and implementing a district operational plan that is integrated across...
Episode #34
In this episode, Bob talks with Nancy Paez, an assistant superintendent for Saint Paul Public Schools. She discusses her role in shaping professional learning structures for principals in the district. She emphasizes...
Episode #33
Bob meets up with Dr. Tim Anderson, Executive Director of Academics for Prior Lake Savage Area Schools. He shares what he has termed the six pillars of leadership practice of focus and alignment, clarity precedes...
In this podcast, Dr. Chris Belmont, the assistant superintendent for Burnsville, Eagan, Savage Schools, discusses his transition from being a building leader to a district leader. He talks about the importance of...
In this episode, Bob talks with Dr. Tyrone Brookins, the assistant superintendent of South Washington County Schools. They discuss how the creation of a TOSA Dean position at the elementary level is way to attempt...
In this episode, Bob has a conversation with Dr. Alison Gillespie, assistant superintendent in White Bear Lake Area Schools about principals’ need for instructional leadership and how she led the development of White...
Episode #29
Bob sits down with Assistant Superintendent Nate Swenson of Edina Public Schools for a conversation around the implementation of AI from an inquiry-based approach in schools. Nate discusses the implementation team...
In this episode, Bob connects with Dr. Nick Lightfoot, assistant superintendent at Hopkins School District, who discusses his experience with policy development and monitoring for school districts. He shares examples of...
Episode #27
In this episode, Bob sits down with Dr. Quennel Cooper, assistant superintendent for St. Louis Park Schools. Dr. Cooper began his career as an assistant superintendent six months ago and shares his journey in navigating...
Bob speaks with Nate Manaen, assistant superintendent for Eastern Carver County Schools about cultivating a collaborative culture for learning. They discuss the importance of time and space, the need for leaders to be...
Episode #23
In this episode, Bob talks with Andy Beaton, assistant superintendent for ISD 622. Andy shares how he implemented a weapons detection system in his district. He talks about the incident that prompted him to explore this...
Episode #22
In this episode, Bob talks with Dr. Robb Virgin, Assistant Superintendent for Eden Prairie Public Schools, about their "Future Ready LeadershipFramework." This approach to leadership, which focuses on inclusion...
Episode #25
On this Episode, Bob speaks with Felicia Thames, assistant superintendent for Eden Prairie Public Schools, focusing on elementary programming. Felicia talks about the importance of the human element in leadership and...
Episode #24
In this episode, Bob speaks with Dave Haveman, the executive director of special services for Northeast Metro Independent School District 916. He shares his experience and strategies for successful leadership in special...
Episode #21
In this episode, Bob speaks with Dr. Bryan Bass, the assistant superintendent in Osseo Public Schools. They discuss the importance of continuous improvement in schools and how it is operationalized through alignment of...
Episode #20
In this Episode, Bob talks with Tim Wald, Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Operations for White Bear Lake Area Schools in Minnesota. Tim talks about how his team moved from planning to implementation with regard...
Bob spends time with Dr. Kristine Flesher, superintendent of Orono Public Schools, learning about her experience of implementing a five-phase strategic planning process. The process includes a pre-planning phase...
In this episode, Bob talks with Dr. Michael Thomas, superintendent of Prior Lake Savage Area Schools, about strategic planning as a tool to bring a community together. Dr. Thomas discusses the importance of leading with...
Episode #17
In this episode, Bob talks with David Law, the superintendent of Minnetonka Schools, about engaging students in school policy and decision-making processes. Law discusses the importance of involving student voice in...
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PGA Professional and Director of Instruction, evangelisch-lutherische Landeskirche Hannover
Assistant Professor, University of Virginia Law School
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