What starts as a continuation of gratitude and reflection quickly evolves into a deeply honest conversation about amplifying unheard voices, leading through constant change, and finding resilience in uncertain times. Along the way, listeners are treated to improvised wisdom, pro-wrestling aspirations, and the occasional philosophical detour into the ethics of chicken-based fundraising.
Whether you’re navigating the rapids of higher ed or just looking for people who speak their truth with humor and heart, this episode delivers. Expect real talk, a few laughs, and plenty of reminders that sometimes the best leadership strategy is simply listening.
- 🔈 How do we amplify the right voices—especially the ones not heard enough?
- 🎤 Tips for helping reluctant speakers feel safe and confident on panels or podcasts
- 🧠 Lyle drops wisdom on chaos, change, and post-colonial election cycles—no big deal
- 🔄 Tom reflects on shifting from “my way” to “the agreed upon way” in team culture
- 🌊 Robyn and Ryan explore the “rapids, not lakes” metaphor for constant change in higher ed
- 🛶 Building resilient boats in a world with no more calm water
- 💬 Chaos isn’t the enemy—it’s the new default. So how do we lead within it?
- 🤼♀️ Britt Yanser arrives just in time for Lyle’s impromptu wrestling promo
- “Chaos is scarier than change.” – Lyle Waldron
- “I like breaking stuff. But not everybody wants to break stuff with you.” – Robyn Bryce
- “If you’re waiting for the lake, you’re in the wrong boat.” – Ryan Gray
- “Just come on and answer honestly.” – Jon Hamilton
- “It’s not my way, it’s not your way—it’s the agreed upon way.” – Tom Aldridge
Connect with the Guests:
Jon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-hamilton-37056124/
Robyn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robynbryce/
Tom: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-aldridge-ms-cts-b34663b/
Lisle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lislew/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/britt-yenser/
Connect with Ryan:
https://twitter.com/Ryan_A_Gray
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanagray/
ryan@higheredav.com
Follow the Show:
http://higheredav.com/ryangray
Voiceovers by Chris Dechter:
https://twitter.com/cdechter
https://www.linkedin.com/in/cdechter/
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