The Power of H.O.P.E.: Podcast Episodes with Dr. Brandi Kelly

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Featured Interviews with Dr. Brandi Kelly

Leading with Heart, Purpose, and Hope

🎙 Leaning into Leadership with Brandi Kelly —

The Power of H.O.P.E.

In this inspiring episode of the Leaning into Leadership Podcast, Darrin Peppard welcomes Brandi Kelly—award-winning educator, transformational leader, and author of Leading with H.O.P.E.: Building a System of Self-Efficacy. As the founder of Spark HOPE Edu, LLC, Brandi dives deep into her signature framework that is helping schools, organizations, and individuals build resilience, fuel purpose, and lead with intention.

This episode is more than a conversation—it’s a call to action for educators, leaders, and changemakers ready to build systems that empower and uplift.

🎧 Tune in and get ready to be inspired, challenged, and equipped to lean into leadership with a renewed sense of H.O.P.E.

Lead with H.O.P.E.—Building a System of Self Efficacy with Brandi Kelly

"Self-efficacy isn’t a buzzword—it’s the foundation of sustainable leadership."
In this episode, I’ll sit down with Superintendent, coach, and author Dr. Brandi Kelly to talk about how leaders can build systems that spark hope and support growth at every level of an organization. Dr. Kelly shares her H.O.P.E. Framework and unpacks how character work, collaboration, and clarity fuel a thriving team culture. Whether you're supporting emerging leaders or trying to strengthen your team's capacity, this conversation will remind you what’s possible when leaders lead from a place of hope and intention.

Leading with H.O.P.E. when the Weight feels Heavy

In this powerful episode, Dr. Brandi Kelly joins Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper to discuss her book Lead with H.O.P.E/ and how personal loss shaped her mission to support others through grief, trauma, and mental health challenges. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation on resilience, leadership, and the healing power of hope.

Tune in and #LeadwithHOPE

Leading with a System of H.O.P.E.

In this moving episode of The High Performing Educator, Dr. Brandi Kelly shares how the tragic loss of her brother Brandon became the catalyst for her lifelong mission to spark hope through education. From her early days as a school social worker to becoming a superintendent, Dr. Kelly reveals how personal tragedy shaped her purpose, leadership philosophy, and commitment to post-traumatic growth. Her “Lead with H.O.P.E.” framework blends compassion, connection, and consistent action to create lasting impact in schools.

Check out this episode!

Building a System of H.O.P.E.

In this inspiring episode of Tepsa Talk, Todd Nesloney sits down with Dr. Brandi Kelly to explore her transformative H.O.P.E. Framework and the upcoming release of her new book. Dr. Kelly shares how her personal journey shaped her leadership philosophy and how leaders can foster self-efficacy, resilience, and positive change within their teams.

Tune in for actionable insights on leading with hope, building strong habits, and driving success through purpose and perseverance.

💫 Unlocking Unlimited Potential 💫


Dr. Brandi Kelly joins the Unlocking Unlimited Potential STORIES Show with Dr. Brandon Beck to share how a personal tragedy led to her transformative leadership philosophy—Leading with H.O.P.E. From social work to superintendent, Brandi’s story is one of purpose, resilience, and unwavering hope.

You don’t want to miss this inspirational episode!

Reimagining Education on

AASA Radio

In this episode, I joined fellow educational leaders to reflect on the powerful lessons we’ve learned from the pandemic—and how those lessons have transformed the way we lead our districts.

We discussed…building the right infrastructure for an AI-driven world, fostering resilience, innovation, and well-being, the power of strategic planning to prepare future-ready students. and how to integrate technology effectively and meaningfully. It was a dynamic conversation about growth, leadership, and the future of education.

I’m excited to share it with you!

Watch Dr. Brandi Kelly Share the Power of Leading with H.O.P.E. on Youtube!

  • "I am drawn to the honesty in this show! Brandi is vulnerable and authentic as a host and somehow naturally creates a safe space for her guests to do the same. I highly recommend this show if you are a leader who needs to hear real stories and be uplifted, encouraged, and challenged!"

    Casey Watts

  • “The Lead with H.O.P.E. podcast is a must-listen for all leaders wishing to be inspired and provided with actionable next steps to lead their organizations. Brandi is a wealth of information and her guests always bring profound insights for leading with empathy and purpose. Definitely a podcast I would highly recommend!”

    Kurtis Hewson