SMILE Factor Podcast S3 E34: Conversation centered on Confluence

SMILE Factor Podcast S3 E34: Conversation centered on Confluence

This week, we welcome Carl Hooker and Matt Holley to the SMILEFactor podcast to talk all things Confluence, an incredible event that brings technology, innovation, and education together in Lubbock, Texas on June 8. We dive into what makes Confluence such a powerful learning experience, why collaboration matters, and how events like this help educators connect, grow, and bring fresh ideas back to their schools.

SMILE Factor S3 E34: Getting back into a routine

In this episode, we talk about getting back into a routine after a setback. Whether it is a tough week, a missed goal, or a moment that knocks you off track, the key is not perfection, it is the next step. We discuss how small actions, grace, and consistency can help us reset, refocus, and move forward with purpose.

SMILE Factor Podcast S3 E33: Taking Risks

This episode explores the power of taking risks and learning from the flops along the way. Growth rarely comes from playing it safe. Matt and Laurie discuss why some of the biggest lessons often come from ideas that did not work as planned, how setbacks can become stepping stones, and why embracing risk can lead to unexpected opportunities. Because sometimes the moments that feel like failures become the experiences that shape us the most.

SMILEFactor Podcast S3 E32: This May Flop with Matt Holley

This week, we welcome Matt Holley for a conversation that hits at the heart of what it means to lead, teach, and take risks. His message is simple but powerful. Impact does not start loud, it starts brave. We talk about the small moves that create big ripples. Trying something new, stepping into discomfort, and taking chances even when they might flop. Because in education and leadership, it is not about perfection. It is about movement. If you are looking to bring more purpose, courage, and belief into your work, this episode is for you.

SMILE FACtor S3 E31: Digital Wellness with Dr. Marialice B.F.X. Curran

In this episode, we welcome Dr. Marialice B.F.X. Curran for an important conversation about digital wellness. Together, we explore how educators can help students build healthy, balanced, and responsible relationships with technology. From online behavior to screen time, digital identity, and well-being, this episode highlights why digital wellness is not just a tech topic, it is a human one.