Creativity, AI, and the Mystery Behind By Any Other Name with Kate Laack

Creativity, AI, and the Mystery Behind By Any Other Name with Kate Laack

In this episode, Tom sits down with English teacher, school leader, and now mystery author Kate Laack to talk about her newest book, "By Any Other Name". The novel follows a woman who discovers a book in an airport bookstore, a book she wrote but never published. What unfolds is a modern “whodunit” that explores authorship, creativity, and what happens when your words are no longer fully yours. Kate shares how her own books were used to train AI models without her permission, how that reality shifted her views on publishing, and why she chose to self-publish. This conversation dives into the writing process, the ethics of AI, and why human creativity still matters in a world where machines can generate stories in seconds. Check out Kate's Books Below! https://katelaack.com/ [https://katelaack.com/]

Developing Tomorrow’s Leaders: Conversations with James McLamb

In this episode, we sit down with James McLamb, founder and CEO of Generation Youth. With decades of experience as a teacher, coach, author, and speaker, James has dedicated his life to equipping young people with the confidence, skills, and mindset needed to lead creatively and courageously. Together, we explore what leadership looks like for today’s teens, how schools and communities can empower youth, and what practical steps young leaders can take right now to make an impact.

Breathe On Purpose: Practical Tools for Resilience in an Overwhelmed World

In this episode of Panther Pulse, Tom sits down with Charlie Baldwin, a breathwork and resilience educator who has taught at institutions like MIT and Carnegie Mellon and worked with first responders, students, and people rebuilding their lives. In a world where young people feel overstimulated, stressed, and constantly “on,” Charlie shares simple, science-backed techniques that actually help. No clichés. No spiritual fluff. Just practical tools you can use immediately to calm your nervous system, build resilience, and show up better in school, sports, and life.

Moove Your Community: With Bryan Severance

During the isolation of COVID, Bryan Severance gathered 30 people for daily virtual rides. What started as funny bios and friendly competition quickly grew into a town-wide movement...and eventually became Moove. In this conversation, Bryan shares how sports, comedy, and reality TV unexpectedly prepared him to build a platform centered on connection through movement. We talk about motivation, accountability, gamifying fitness, balancing entrepreneurship with raising three daughters, and why small daily actions can transform communities. If you’re interested in building stronger teams, healthier habits, or meaningful connections through movement, this episode delivers practical inspiration you can use!

The ALP: Blueprint Real Talk with the Upperclassmen Who’ve Been There

In this episode of the Panther Pulse, we sit down with two students who have spent part of their high school journey in the Alternative Learning Program (ALP). They share their honest experiences, from their first impressions of ALP to the moments when graduation began to feel possible. Along the way, we talk about personal growth, the importance of supportive relationships, and what they’ve learned about themselves through challenges. Their stories are a reminder that there are many paths to success, and that with the right support and perseverance, students can find their way forward. This conversation is full of reflection, encouragement, and hope for any student struggling to see the path ahead.