About the Getting Smart Podcast
The Getting Smart Podcast covers trends, innovations and insights in K-12, higher ed, lifelong learning, leadership, investing and more. You can listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you get your podcasts. Every other Friday we publish an episode called “Catching Up” where Nate McClennen and Mason Pashia try to make sense of what’s going on in education, learning and human flourishing. Check it out.Â
If you’re on Spotify, we have built some great playlists to help you jump into some conversations we’ve been having over the last few years. You can go long on the following topics:Â
- Student Voice
- Pathways to Postsecondary
- Green Skills & Schools
- Microschools
- What’s Next in Learning
- AI in Education
- Next Generation Leadership
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This podcast highlights developing trends in K-12 education, postsecondary and lifelong learning. Each week, Getting Smart team members interview students, leading authors, experts and practitioners in research, tech, entrepreneurship and leadership to bring listeners innovative and actionable strategies in education leadership.
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Career & Technical Ed
Roadtrip Nation Students on Finding Passion
Two Roadtrip Nation learners share how exploring interests, uncertainty, and nonlinear career paths can lead to purpose-driven futures.
Learning Design
Vriti Saraf on Reimagining the Teacher’s Role for the AI Age
How AI can shift teaching from efficiency to human flourishing through new teacher roles, stronger relationships, and learner-centered design.
Learning Design
Town Hall Recap: Desiging for Learning Differences Changes Everything
Learn about how designing for learning differences creates inclusive educational practices for all learners.
Equity & Access
 Shane Doyle on Place and Story
Dr. Shane Doyle talks about his journey and contributions to Indian Education for All in Montana. He discusses his background and the importance of incorporating Indigenous perspectives in education, understanding the deep history of the land, and protecting sacred places.
Leadership
Liza Garonzik on Teaching Conversation
How schools can teach and assess conversation, durable skills, and authentic interaction in an AI-driven world.