The Plant of Leadership October 2025
Rooted in radical insight and nurtured by lived experience, The Plant of Leadership is a transformative podcast hosted by Dr. Teranda Knight: consultant, author, and founder of the #neverfeedthebeast/#neverfedthebeast philosophy. Each episode cultivates growth in higher education and behavioral health leadership by exploring systemic challenges, personal resilience, and the metaphors of nature. Through powerful storytelling, scholarly reflection, and unapologetic truth-telling, Dr. Knight empowers leaders to grow beyond the beast and lead with authenticity, equity, and impact.
Disclaimer:
The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal, clinical, medical, financial, or compliance advice. While every effort was made to include accurate updates from reputable sources such as federal agencies, peer‑reviewed journals, and public policy announcements, listeners should verify regulatory requirements with their institution’s legal counsel or compliance office. Mention of organizations, policies, or legislation does not imply endorsement. This podcast does not establish a consultant–client or provider–patient relationship. All acronyms are shared out fully to ensure clarity.
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Episodes
Monday Feb 09, 2026
Monday Feb 09, 2026
Dr. Teranda Knight is the host of this week's podcast episode. Silence can cause harm when student health or safety is at risk. This episode breaks down FERPA’s Health & Safety Emergency Exception when it applies, what “articulable and significant threat” really means, and how higher ed professionals can act quickly without over‑sharing. Learn practical, defensible steps to protect students, staff, and institutions.
Tuesday Feb 10, 2026
Tuesday Feb 10, 2026
In this replay, Dr. Teranda Knight unpacks the rapid rise of 2026 State Privacy & AI Laws and what they mean for colleges, universities, and integrated behavioral health teams. This session includes actionable steps, campus workflow examples, and leadership strategies to strengthen data governance while protecting student trust. Perfect for leaders who missed the live event or want an on‑demand reference.
Monday Feb 16, 2026
Monday Feb 16, 2026
Explore new national student mental‑health data, the truth about 988 usage on campuses, and the interventions that actually work. Includes your signature “aha” moments, integrated‑care insights, and a Black History + Valentine’s Day reflection inspired by Frederick Douglass.
Tuesday Feb 17, 2026
Tuesday Feb 17, 2026
What happens now that telehealth waivers are gone? Join Dr. Knight for Telehealth 2.0 as we explore equity, licensure challenges, access issues, and the future of virtual care for behavioral health + higher ed. Insight, strategy, and system-level truth you can use today. #neverfeedthebeast #neverfedthebeast
Strengthen your foundation. Thrive in adversity.
Wednesday Feb 18, 2026
Wednesday Feb 18, 2026
We love to use attendance as an early‑warning sign. But the real question is: is it actually a smart signal… or just a red herring? In this episode, I break down why attendance drops look like an easy indicator, but often mask deeper issues in student wellbeing, equity, and system design. If you’re building early‑alert workflows or integrated care models on your campus, this episode is for you. Let’s stop chasing the wrong flags and start creating systems that actually support our students. Tap to listen."
#neverfeedthebeast #HigherEdLeadership #IntegratedCare #BehavioralHealth #StudentSuccess
Thursday Feb 19, 2026
Thursday Feb 19, 2026
AI isn’t the enemy, bad design is. Join Dr. Teranda Knight for “AI & Academic Integrity: Stop Policing, Start Designing”, a conversation on redesigning assessments, reducing bias, and building ethical, supportive learning systems. Perfect for higher ed leaders, faculty, and student support teams shaping the future of AI on campus.
Friday Feb 20, 2026
Friday Feb 20, 2026
MHPAEA enforcement may be on pause, but your parity work shouldn’t be. Join this live session to understand what the time‑out means, what regulators still expect, and the proactive steps leaders must take to protect their organizations and the people they serve. #MHPAEA #Parity #BehavioralHealth #Compliance #HealthEquity #NeverFeedTheBeast
Monday Feb 23, 2026
Monday Feb 23, 2026
Join Dr. TK, the Behavioral Health Queen, for a power-packed session breaking down the updates on the latest shifts in FERPA, HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, student mental health trends, integrated care expansions, early alert best practices, and major 2026 student loan changes. Learn what campus and behavioral health leaders must do this week to stay compliant, protect students, and improve systemwide wellbeing.
Wednesday Mar 04, 2026
Wednesday Mar 04, 2026
Today on “Roots of Resilience “: a new federal push to let college mental health providers treat students across state lines via telehealth. Will it boost access or raise compliance and quality concerns? We bring receipts: bill text + fresh research. Tune in for practical takeaways for higher education and behavioral health teams. #highered #studentmentalhealth #telehealth #integratedcare #FERPA #HIPAA
Friday Mar 13, 2026
Friday Mar 13, 2026
Description:
Join Dr. TK, the Behavioral Health Queen, as she breaks down the newest 2026 data on student retention and leadership wellness. We’re moving past "alert fatigue" to explore how integrated care and humane signaling are saving both students and the leaders who support them. #NeverFeedTheBeast #HigherEd #BehavioralHealth
Disclosure:
This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It does not provide legal, medical, or clinical advice. Any discussions of FERPA, HIPAA, or campus policies are for professional development and should not replace consultation with qualified professionals. All news references reflect publicly available reports as of early 2026.
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