Join us for a dynamic live recording from the Podcast Stage at SXSW EDU 2025! We're diving into the hottest trends shaping the future of education with a panel of experts. Mike Palmer, host of Trending in Ed and Founder of Palmer Media , leads a lively discussion with Mike Yates from Teach for America's Reinvention Lab, who shares his insights on AI and social media. Jenn Stredler, Managing Director of Common Group , brings her expertise on the intersection of education, workforce, and talent. J...
Mar 17, 2025•1 hr•Season 9Ep. 477
Join us for a special episode of Trending in Education recorded live from the LEGO Education Curiosity Park at SXSW EDU . We’re diving deep into the world of playful learning and the rollout of LEGO Education Science with Dr. Jenny Nash , Head of Impact Education at LEGO. In this fun and insightful conversation, we explore the latest from LEGO Education with a special appearance from host Mike Palmer's six-year-old son, Matthew, who joins in the fun, building and creating with LEGOs as we chat! ...
Mar 13, 2025•25 min•Season 9Ep. 676
Join us for a recap of SXSW EDU 2025 ! Host Mike Palmer shares his takeaways from the conference, including highlights from the panel discussion he hosted on the podcast stage. Catch highlights from interviews with D r. Jenny Nas h from LEGO Education , Dana Stephenson from Riipen , and Lindsay Whorton from The Holdsworth Center , as Mike shares his experiences attending the conference with his wife and 6-year-old son. Palmer discusses the importance of hands-on learning with Nash and Stephenson...
Mar 11, 2025•29 min•Season 9Ep. 675
Jarian Kerekes , President of the Equitable Foundation , joins Mike Palmer on Trending in Education to share his personal and professional journey, highlighting the transformative power of education and the importance of finding one's passion. From his challenging upbringing in rural Virginia to his impactful work at the Equitable Foundation, Kerekes' story is one of resilience, determination, and a deep commitment to opening up higher education pathways for underserved students. Here's the link...
Mar 07, 2025•31 min•Season 9Ep. 674
In today's episode of Trending in Education, host Mike Palmer sits down with Amy Lomellini, the Director of Accessibility for Anthology . Lomellini shares her personal journey and how it led her to become a passionate advocate for accessibility in educational technology. Listeners will gain valuable insights into the intersection of assistive technology, artificial intelligence, and universal design for learning (UDL). Lomellini discusses the transformative potential of AI in empowering individu...
Mar 03, 2025•22 min•Season 9Ep. 673
Dr. Kenneth Carter, a clinical psychologist and professor, returns to Trending in Education to discuss his work as the founder of Emory University's Center for Public Scholarship and Engagement . Carter and host Mike Palmer explore the challenges and opportunities of translating academic knowledge into accessible and engaging content for the public. Key takeaways: The Center for Public Scholarship and Engagement at Emory University aims to bridge the gap between academia and the public by helpin...
Feb 27, 2025•22 min•Season 9Ep. 672
Dr. Allison Scott, CEO of the Kapor Foundation , joins Mike Palmer on Trending in Education to discuss the crucial intersection of technology, education, and equity. The conversation explores the persistent lack of diversity in the tech industry and the urgent need to prepare students for the AI-driven future. Dr. Scott emphasizes the importance of critical thinking, ethical considerations, and creating a more inclusive tech ecosystem that benefits everyone. This episode offers valuable insights...
Feb 24, 2025•26 min•Season 9Ep. 671
Steve Shapiro, the co-founder and CEO of Finetune and SVP of AI in assessment for Prometric , joins us to discuss the transformative potential of AI in education and assessment. Shapiro emphasizes that we are still in the nascent stages of AI adoption and that there is vast untapped potential for this technology to revolutionize how we design, deliver, and assess learning experiences. Key Takeaways: AI is poised to revolutionize education and assessment, but we are still in the early stages of u...
Feb 20, 2025•39 min•Season 9Ep. 670
Jenee Henry Wood , Chief Learning Officer at Transcend and co-author of the book Extraordinary Learning for All: How Communities Design Schools Where Everybody Thrives , joins host Mike Palmer in a conversation about community-based design and how to leap ahead past the industrial model of K12 education left over from the 20th century. Jenee shares her journey into education, which began with a background in international economics and led her to Teach for America to become a teacher and advocat...
Feb 17, 2025•41 min•Season 9Ep. 669
Isabelle Hau , author of the book, Love to Learn: The Transformative Power of Care and Connection in Early Childhood , joins Mike Palmer in a conversation about the importance of relationships in early education and what it means to our understanding of intelligence and human development. Hau highlights the concept of “relational intelligence” or “RQ” and its increasing importance in a world dominated by artificial intelligence. Isabelle is the Executive Director of the Stanford Accelerator for ...
Feb 13, 2025•28 min•Season 9Ep. 668
In this episode of Trending in Education , we're diving deep into the often-turbulent waters of college admissions with Teege Metille , an expert in higher education, admissions consulting, and a podcaster himself. He's also the author of The Admissions Counselor Malaise: Addressing the Staff Morale Crisis in College Admission s . With his insights, we explore the evolving landscape of higher education, address common anxieties and misconceptions, and reveal how AI is transforming the admissions...
Feb 10, 2025•27 min•Season 9Ep. 667
Erin Mote, CEO of InnovateEDU , joins Mike Palmer to discuss the future of education and the role of AI in shaping learning. Erin shares her insights on the importance of AI literacy, the need for ethical AI development, and the challenges and opportunities facing education in the age of AI. She emphasizes the importance of preparing students for a rapidly changing world and highlights the need for collaboration between K-12, higher education, and the workforce. Key Takeaways: AI is transforming...
Feb 03, 2025•33 min•Season 9Ep. 666
Kathleen deLaski, author of Who Needs College Anymore? Imagining a Future Where Degrees Won't Matter joins host Mike Palmer for a candid conversation about the future of higher education. With rising college costs and a shifting job market, many are questioning the value of a traditional college degree. We dig into it with Kathleen who brings her unique blend of experience at the Education Design Lab and beyond to bear on the conversation. Here's the link to her previous appearance on Trending i...
Jan 27, 2025•35 min•Season 9Ep. 665
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Dec 12, 2024•1 min•Season 1Ep. 1
In this episode of Trending in Educatio n, host Mike Palmer interviews Sanjit Sethi , the President of the Minneapolis College of Art and Design (MCAD) . Sanjit shares insights from his journey from ceramics to college presidency, emphasizing the importance of creativity and community in leadership. The conversation covers challenges faced during the pandemic and social unrest, the significance of mentorship, diversity, and equity, as well as the impact of AI on creative practice. Sanjit highlig...
Dec 12, 2024•35 min•Season 9Ep. 664
In this episode of Trending in Education , Kumar Garg , President of Renaissance Philanthropy , rejoins host Mike Palmer for his second appearance after first appearing in the Spring of 2021 . The conversation delves into Garg’s evolution from Schmidt Futures to launching Renaissance Philanthropy, and their work at the intersection of AI and learning science. We discuss the historical underfunding of education R&D compared to other sectors and explore the immense potential of AI in transform...
Dec 09, 2024•35 min•Season 9Ep. 663
In this episode of Trending in Education, Mike Palmer interviews Dr. Lindsay Weinberg, a professor at Purdue University and author of Smart University: Student Surveillance in the Digital Age . We discuss Lindsay's professional journey and the origins of her book, which critically examines the emergence of surveillance technologies in higher education. The conversation highlights issues of data privacy, discrimination, and the implications of these technologies on faculty and student rights. Dr....
Dec 05, 2024•20 min•Season 9Ep. 662
In this episode of Trending in Education , host Mike Palmer welcomes back Celine Coggins, CEO of The Goodness Web . We discuss Celine's extensive background in public education and her transition to her current role focused on youth mental health. The conversation touches on the underfunding of youth mental health, the rise of mental health concerns post-pandemic, and the impact of social media on young people's mental health. Celine shares insights on the initiatives of The Goodness Web, which ...
Dec 02, 2024•36 min•Season 9Ep. 661
In this episode of Trending in Education, Mike Palmer speaks with Matthew Kennard, CEO of BetterLesson , about the complexities and importance of professional development for teachers. With a career transition from investment banking to edtech, Kennard shares his insights on the evolving landscape of K-12 education. They discuss the traditional and future models of professional learning, emphasizing job-embedded support, continuous improvement, and career pathways for educators. Kennard undersco...
Nov 25, 2024•35 min•Season 9Ep. 660
In this episode of Trending in Education, we talk with Dr. Eileen Wilson-Oyelaran and Dr. Terrence J. MacTaggart, co-authors of ' The New College President: How a Generation of Diverse Leaders is Changing Higher Education .' We delve into their respective backgrounds, the challenges faced by college presidents today, and the importance of diversity and resilience in leadership. Eileen and Terry share insights from their extensive research, including seven compelling case studies of university le...
Nov 21, 2024•41 min•Season 9Ep. 659
Roger Spitz is the Author of the new book Disrupt with Impact . He's also the President of Techistential and the Chairman of Disruptive Futures Institute . This is a bonus episode from when Mike first interviewed him about The Definitive Guide to Thriving on Disruption which he coauthored. We look forward to having Roger back on to talk about his new book, Disrupt with Impact , soon. We begin by hearing Roger's origins in investment banking and M&A before shifting to his focus to futures thi...
Nov 18, 2024•43 min•Season 9Ep. 658
Dr. Howard Gardner is one of the leading minds in education and psychology in the last century. In this special episode of Trending in Ed, he joins host Mike Palmer in a wide-ranging conversation about his life's work that is coinciding with the release of two volumes of his collected writings: The Essential Howard Gardner On Mind and The Essential Howard Gardner On Education . Gardner is a luminary in psychology and a professor at Harvard Graduate School of Education . He shares his journey, in...
Nov 14, 2024•50 min•Season 9Ep. 657
Mike Palmer speaks with Rekha Magon, co-founder and head of education at Boundless Life , who joins from Bali to discuss her innovative approach to global education. We explore how Rekha's background in mindfulness and her experience homeschooling her children led her to create a network of micro-schools across beautiful locations including Portugal, Greece, Italy, Montenegro, and Spain. Rekha shares how Boundless Life provides a turnkey solution for families wanting to slow travel the world, co...
Oct 25, 2024•29 min•Season 9Ep. 656
In this episode of Trending in Education, Mike Palmer sits down with Josh Wright, Executive Vice President of Growth, Education and Government for Lightcast , to discuss the future of work and workforce demographic shifts. We dive deep into Lightcast's report " The Rising Storm: Building a Future Ready Workforce to Withstand the Looming Labor Shortage ." Josh shares insights on the demographic drought facing the workforce, including accelerated baby boomer retirements, declining birth rates, and...
Oct 15, 2024•35 min•Season 9Ep. 655
In this special bonus episode recorded at the HolonIQ Back to School Summit in New York City, we catch up with Sara Leoni , CEO & Founder of Ziplines Education , for a candid hallway conversation. Sara shares her journey from Division I softball player to EdTech entrepreneur, discussing how her athletic background shaped her leadership style and business acumen. We dive into Ziplines Education's mission to accelerate careers by partnering with higher education institutions to deliver industr...
Oct 11, 2024•17 min•Season 9Ep. 654
In this episode of Trending in Education , host Mike Palmer welcomes back Jane Oates, senior policy advisor at Working Nation , for her third (fridge-magnet-earning) appearance on the show. Jane and Mike dive deep into workforce development, education, and the role of technology in shaping the future of work. We discuss Working Nation's "Breaking Barriers" series, the challenges of implementing new technologies in education and workforce development, and strategies for encouraging employee upski...
Oct 08, 2024•28 min•Season 9Ep. 653
Mike Palmer welcomes Marcio Sequeira, founder and CEO of MOLA , to discuss structural engineering education and the future of architecture. Marcio shares his background and how his interest in architecture and structures was influenced by his parents' careers in steel construction and physics. He explains how he developed MOLA, a physical model kit that uses springs and magnets to teach structural concepts, out of frustration with abstract structural engineering classes in university. We explore...
Oct 01, 2024•41 min•Season 9Ep. 652
In this episode of Trending in Education, Mike Palmer sits down with Steve Daly, CEO of Instructure , at the HolonIQ Back to School Summit in New York. Steve shares his journey from mechanical engineering to leading the company behind Canvas , the leading learning management system (LMS). We explore the changing landscape of education, the role of technology in learning, and the potential impact of AI on the future of edtech. Key takeaways: The educational journey is becoming more flexible, with...
Sep 24, 2024•23 min•Season 9Ep. 651
Kicking off our 9th Season of Trending in Education, we're joined by James Rhyu, CEO of Stride, Inc., formerly known as K12. With 25 years experience in the education technology space, Stride offers unique perspectives on the evolving landscape of K-12 education. Rhyu, who started his career in accounting and finance, found his way to education through a personal situation and a fortuitous job offer. Now in his 13th year with the company, he's developed a deep appreciation for the needs of famil...
Sep 17, 2024•42 min•Season 9Ep. 650
In this episode of Trending in Education , we sit down with Mike Yates , a senior designer at Teach for America's Reinvention Lab . Mike shares his journey from a student who hated school to becoming an innovative educator and AI enthusiast. We explore his experiences in various educational settings, including juvenile detention centers and experimental schools, and how these shaped his approach to teaching and learning. Mike discusses his current work at Teach for America's Reinvention Lab, whe...
Sep 10, 2024•37 min•Season 9Ep. 649
