Podcast Episodes

Step up for Second Chance for Students around the world

Season 9 Episode 401

On April 13th, 2018, Nepali New Year's Eve, the University of Texas at Tyler revoked full-ride scholarships it had previously awarded to 60 Nepali students. The university described it as "an adminis…

Published on 2 months, 1 week ago

Data Literacy: The Key to Future Problem Solving

Season 9 Episode 400

In this episode, Jeff Utecht, Tricia Friedman, and Dr. Curt Merlau discuss the transformative role of AI and data literacy in education and employment. They explore how Pivot, an AI-powered tool, hel…

Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago

Future-proofing students through service learning

Season 8 Episode 399

In this conversation, Tricia Friedman and LeeAnne Lavendar discuss the evolving landscape of service learning and education. They explore the importance of experiential learning, community engagement…

Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago

Help students have a healthier relationship with the news

Season 8 Episode 398

In this episode, Jeff Utecht interviews Jack Brewster, CEO of Newsreel, discussing the importance of news literacy, the impact of misinformation, and how Newsreel aims to engage students with high-qu…

Published on 2 months, 4 weeks ago

The Future of Civics with Joshua M. Scacco, PhD

Season 8 Episode 397

Tricia Friedman and Dr. Joshua Scacco explore the evolving landscape of political communication, emphasizing the impact of technology and attention fatigue on democracy. They discuss the dual nature …

Published on 3 months ago

The Future of School with Dr. Annalies Corbin

Season 8 Episode 396

In this episode of Shifting Schools, Jeff Utecht interviews Dr. Annalies Corbin, author of 'Hacking School: Five Strategies to Link Learning to Life.' They discuss the origins of the PAST Foundation,…

Published on 3 months, 1 week ago

Mental Health Meets AI: What Alongside Is Teaching Us About Students Today

Season 8 Episode 394

What if AI could help schools not just support educators as they work to manage student mental health needs, but prevent crises before they start? In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Elsa Friis, l…

Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago

AI Companions: the risks and benefits, and what educators need to know

Season 8 Episode 393

How do we prepare students—and ourselves—for a world where AI grief companions and "deadbots" are a reality?

In this eye-opening episode, Jeff Utecht sits down with Dr. Tomasz Hollanek, a critical de…

Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago

What does it mean to 'spark brilliance' in schools?

Season 8 Episode 392

In this episode of Shifting Schools, Jeff Utecht speaks with Jackie Insinger and Monica White about their book, 'Spark Brilliance for Educators.' They discuss the application of positive psychology i…

Published on 4 months ago

Why Raising Adaptive, Curious Humans in the Age of AI Matters More Than Ever Before

Season 8 Episode 391

In this conversation, Tricia Friedman speaks with Tania Tasopoulou, a business psychologist and organizational development expert with more than 25 years of experience in Europe and the GCC. Tania ha…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago