The Wishful Doing Podcast
The Wishful Doing Podcast
Podcast Description
Where bold ideas meet real action—and purpose turns into power.
Hosted by Dr. Ja’Bette Lozupone—speaker, strategist, and founder of Wishful Doing, the Wishful Doing Podcast is a go-to space for mission-driven leaders, changemakers, and creatives ready to shake off the doubt, disrupt the status quo, and lead with intention.
Through raw, unfiltered conversations and inspiring stories, we shine a light on what it takes to build legacy, grow your impact, and stay in momentum—even when the odds are stacked against you. From student parent success and equity in education to leadership, entrepreneurship, and systems change—this is the place where you’ll find the tools, truths, and community to fuel your next move.
Subscribe now and join us as we turn wishful thinking into Wishful Doing—together.
Learn more at www.wishfuldoings.com and follow @wishfuldoings on your preferred socials.
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Content Themes
The podcast emphasizes themes of leadership, entrepreneurship, equity in education, and personal growth, showcasing episodes on topics like supporting teen parents, systems change, and building a legacy. For instance, the Teen Mom Awareness Month series chronicles the journeys of teen mothers transforming their challenges into strategies and advocacy.
Where bold ideas meet real action—and purpose turns into power.
Hosted by Dr. Ja’Bette Lozupone—speaker, strategist, and founder of Wishful Doing, the Wishful Doing Podcast is a go-to space for mission-driven leaders, changemakers, and creatives ready to shake off the doubt, disrupt the status quo, and lead with intention.
Through raw, unfiltered conversations and inspiring stories, we shine a light on what it takes to build legacy, grow your impact, and stay in momentum—even when the odds are stacked against you. From student parent success and equity in education to leadership, entrepreneurship, and systems change—this is the place where you’ll find the tools, truths, and community to fuel your next move.
Subscribe now and join us as we turn wishful thinking into Wishful Doing—together.
Learn more at www.wishfuldoings.com and follow @wishfuldoings on your preferred socials.
Most leaders can point to a moment when someone saw potential they hadn’t yet claimed for themselves.
In this episode, Dr. Louérs-Phillips shares the story of Maria Whittermore, a mentor who recognized his leadership capacity long before he felt ready. Through her encouragement, Eric stepped into spaces that stretched his confidence, sharpened his voice, and ultimately prepared him to lead at a systems level.
This episode explores mentorship not as hierarchy, but as invitation. Not as pressure, but as belief. And as responsibility.
Eric Louérs-Phillips is a lifelong educator, systems-level leader, and trusted voice at the intersection of education, equity, and community impact. A native Washingtonian, Eric has spent more than two decades serving Maryland’s public schools as a classroom teacher, assistant principal, curriculum specialist, and district leader, always with a steady focus on accelerating achievement while honoring the humanity of those he serves.
He currently serves as the Associate Superintendent of Public Affairs for Frederick County Public Schools and is deeply engaged in civic and community leadership, serving on multiple boards across education, health care, philanthropy, and economic development. Eric is also an adjunct professor and a proud graduate of Morgan State University and Hood College, where he earned his Doctorate in Organizational Leadership.
Grounded in faith, mentorship, and lived experience, Eric brings a rare blend of clarity, humility, and grace to conversations about leadership, identity, and wellbeing. He is known for leading with integrity, telling the truth even when it’s uncomfortable, and reminding us that what we don’t see still matters.
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