M-TIP

The M-TIP Podcast with Dr. Tamara amplifies voices in education, equipping districts and leaders with data-driven strategies to transform struggling schools into thriving communities. The podcast explores root cause analysis, leadership sustainability, and turning negative trends into positive outcomes.

M-TIP is a education podcast hosted by Dr. Tamara Thomas, with 7 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Dr. Tamara Thomas hosts M-TIP, a education show with 7 episodes published.

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  Episode #7

  The Color of Education Summit: Legacy, Change, and Collective Action

  Sep 25, 202550 minS0

  <p>In this episode, our host, Dr. Tamara L. Thomas sits down with the inspiring Dr. Deanna Townsend Smith, an influential leader with over two decades of experience in public education, equity, and strategic leadership. From her beginnings as a recreational therapist to her transformative work turning around struggling schools and her current role as Senior Director of the Dudley Flood Center for Educational Equity and Opportunity, Dr. Townsend Smith’s journey is fueled by a deep-rooted mission: to ensure every child receives a sound, basic education.</p><p>Together, they explore urgent issues shaping K-16 education, from resegregation and di...

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  Episode #6

  Planting Seeds for the Future: Legacy and Leadership with Dr. Anthony Lewis

  Aug 5, 20251h 1mS0

  <p><br>In this episode, host Dr. Tamara L. Thomas sits down with Dr. Anthony Lewis, superintendent of Durham Public Schools and a nationally recognized advocate for equity and innovation in education. Hailing from Talladega, Alabama, Dr. Lewis draws upon his remarkable journey, from special education teacher to influential district leader to share candid insights on legacy leadership, servant leadership, and navigating uncertainty in public education.</p><p>Together, Dr. Thomas and Dr. Lewis explore how leaders can create a lasting impact that transcends their tenure, the importance of empowering every voice in a school community, and how to steer...

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  Episode #5

  Systems That Serve: Amy Miller on Scaling MTSS with Purpose and Precision

  Jul 9, 202557 minS0

  <p><br>In this insightful episode, Amy Miller, District Director of Integrated Academic and Behavior Systems (IABS) and board-certified psychologist, pulls back the curtain on what it takes to implement MTSS with fidelity in a large, diverse district. From scaling supports across 56 schools with a three-person core team to tackling chronic absenteeism and behavior reform through restorative practices, Amy offers more than theories; she shares tested solutions and lived realities.</p><p><br>Backed by over 25 years of systems design experience and a commitment to equity, Amy emphasizes the importance of aligned leadership, creative staffing, community trust, and responsive professional...

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  Episode #4

  The Power of Purpose: Dr. Dudley Flood’s Blueprint for Educational Transformation

  Jun 10, 202552 minS0

  <p>In this episode, Dr. Flood opens up about his remarkable journey, from navigating entrenched resistance to integration to his ongoing commitment to nurturing a sense of belonging in every school community. He challenges us to move beyond compliance toward genuine inclusion, urging leaders to model compassion and courage, even when making tough or unpopular decisions.</p><p><br>Whether you’re new to education or a seasoned changemaker, you’ll be inspired by Dr. Flood’s stories, practical advice, and unwavering belief in the promise of every child. Get ready to reflect, learn, and be reminded of the profound differ...

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  Episode #3

  Building Teacher Leadership for Lasting School Improvement at Glendale Kenly

  May 20, 202541 minS0

  <p>In this episode of M-TIP, Dr. Tamara L. Thomas sits down with Principal Kelly Holland of Glendale-Kenly Elementary to unpack a truly remarkable turnaround story. Once a school labeled as "not meeting growth" for years, Glendale-Kenly not only rebounded post-COVID but soared—achieving exceptional student growth, especially among English Language Learners and students with disabilities. With bold leadership moves, strategic delegation, and a laser focus on inclusion and teacher empowerment, Principal Holland shares how her team rebuilt trust, restructured systems, and reignited academic excellence.</p><p>From building teacher-led committees to rethinking differentiation and instruction fidelity, this episode dives de...

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