Leadership Unscripted with Dr. Greg Steely

Leadership Unscripted is a new podcast from the Maxwell Leadership Foundation that features candid conversations with high-level leaders in education, government, and community life. The focus is on how values-based leadership is shaping our world—and how leaders like Superintendent Weaver are paving the way for the next generation.

Our audience includes school superintendents, district leaders, state education officials, and nonprofit partners who are passionate about student transformation and leadership development.

Podcasting since 2025 • 16 episodes

Leadership Unscripted with Dr. Greg Steely

Latest Episodes

S2 E11 - Rebuilding the Art of Conversation with Molly Spearman

In this episode of Leadership Unscripted, Dr. Greg Steely sits down with Molly Spearman, former South Carolina State Superintendent of Education and a lifelong educator whose career spans more than four decades. From the classroom to state-leve...

September 07, 2026 • Season 2 • Episode 11 • 31:09

S2 E10 - Building Trust Before Consensus with Cheri Bustos

Former Congresswoman Cheri Bustos joins Dr. Greg Steely on Leadership Unscripted for a candid conversation about what it takes to lead across different careers, industries, and perspectives. From journalism and healthcare to Congress and public...

August 24, 2026 • Season 2 • Episode 10 • 24:40

S2 E9 - Leading with Trust, Purpose & People with Senator Scott Bright

What does authentic leadership look like when you're leading both a statewide public office and one of Colorado's largest early childhood education organizations? In this episode of Leadership Unscripted, Dr. Greg Steely sits dow...

August 10, 2026 • Season 2 • Episode 9 • 27:51

S2 E8 - Building Stronger Pathways for Every Student with Dr. Katie Jenner

Indiana Secretary of Education Dr. Katie Jenner joins Leadership Unscripted with Dr. Greg Steely for a powerful conversation about preparing students not just for graduation, but for meaningful lives of purpose, contribution, and ...

July 27, 2026 • Season 2 • Episode 8 • 32:37

S2 E7 - Governing Like a CEO with Governor Mike Braun

Governor Mike Braun of Indiana has navigated the worlds of business, the United States Senate, and now executive leadership of one of America's most dynamic states. He brings to this conversation a rare combination of private-sector discipline ...

May 25, 2026 • Season 2 • Episode 7 • 17:15

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