Best John Gulla Podcasts (2024)

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Promoting Civil Discourse and Navigating Divergent Beliefs in Independent Schools with John Gulla 58:30

26d ago58:30

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In this podcast episode, John Gulla, executive director of the Edward E. Ford Foundation, discussed navigating divergent beliefs and promoting civil discourse in independent schools. John shares his insights on using technology to address complex problems and emphasizes the importance of aligning tech tools with the mission of the school. They high…

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Looking Ahead: Insights and Predictions from the ATLIS Team 41:49

6h ago41:49

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In this episode of "Talking Technology with ATLIS" Christina Lewellen, Kelsea Watson, Peter Frank, and Ashley Cross of ATLIS discuss trends and predictions in educational technology. They highlight the impact of AI, the importance of vendor vetting, and the increasing complexity of technology leadership roles. The ATLIS team shares insights from th…

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Semi-Blind Rum Review #6: The Rhum JM Atelier Series 31:30

2h ago31:30

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Want to see video of this episode? Click here to watch on YouTube and subscribe to our channel! In this edition of our Semi-Blind Reviews series, we blind taste Rhum JM Fumée Volcanique (not to be confused with Rhum JM Terroir Volcanique), followed by the other two bottles in the distillery's new Atelier series — Jardin Fruité and Épices Créoles. T…

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Transforming Education: Mastery Transcript Consortium, Competency-Based Learning, and the Future of College Admissions 1:04:39

6h ago1:04:39

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In this episode of "Talking Technology with ATLIS," Mike Flanagan, CEO of the Mastery Transcript Consortium (MTC) discusses MTC's mission to transform education through competency-based, project-oriented learning models that align with college admissions. The team explores the technical compatibility of MTC’s digital transcripts, the growing influe…

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115: Behind the Bottle: Holmes Cay Infinity Cask with Eric Kaye 1:24:04

1h ago1:24:04

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Note: Watch this episode on YouTube for video of the whole interview! In this episode, after a quick look at some of our favorite reactions to the Best Designed Bottles episode, we get the behind-the-scenes story of one of the year's most unique rum releases — the Holmes Cay Infinity Cask bottle. This bottle features a blend of exceedingly rare rum…

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Navigating Technology, Leadership, and Community in Independent Schools: Insights from Aggie Malter 52:48

6h ago52:48

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In the latest Talking Technology with ATLIS episode, Aggie Malter, president & CEO of PAISBOA, shares the 50-year history of the regional association serving independent schools and universities in PA, NJ, and DE. The conversation touches on the career progression in education and technology, the roles of tech directors, and the importance of profe…

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114: The 10 Best Designed Rum Bottles in 2024 (Or at Least Our Favorites, Anyway) 1:45:09

14d ago1:45:09

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Note: Watch this episode on YouTube to see all the bottles we discuss! In this episode we have something completely different — rather than talking about the rum in the bottle, we're talking about the bottle itself! We each selected our five current favorite bottle designs, considering a range of factors like bottle aesthetics, functionality, label…

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GIrls in STEM, Social Media's Impact on Students, and the role of AI in the Classroom 59:02

27d ago59:02

59:02

In this episode, hosts, along with guests Gayle Cole and Nancy Argano-Rush, delve into the impact of social media on students mental health. They discuss the complexities of technology's influence on teenagers, emphasizing the importance of parental involvement and critical conversations about online activities and boundaries. The episode highlight…

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Adapting Education: From Remote Learning Success to the Future of Technology Integration 1:01:59

1M ago1:01:59

1:01:59

Connie White, in the newest episode of Talking Technology with ATLIS, discusses her background and evolving role at Woodward Academy, including her viral success with remote learning preparation at her former school. She shares lessons learned from early online learning initiatives that aided the transition during COVID-19 and highlights the import…

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113: Raising a Glass with Raising Glasses: A Fresh, Bold Take on Independent Rum Bottling 1:45:10

25d ago1:45:10

1:45:10

In this episode we sat down with John Hsu and Lorri Kern to learn all about their bold approach to bottling rum as the relatively new independent bottler Raising Glasses. This year alone, they've released rums from the Netherlands, Madeira, Ecuador, and other unexpected locales, which is all part of their willingness to try things other rum brands …

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From Educator to C-suite: Jim Foley on Leadership, Innovation, and Education 57:57

2M ago57:57

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Our guest, Jim Foley, and hosts discuss Jim’s journey from the corporate world to becoming Head of School. Learn about his approach to developing student leadership skills, what “innovation” means in education, learning to fail gracefully, and the "unconference" model to programs. Jim also shares insights on transitioning to Head of School, advice …

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Semi-Blind Rum Review #5: Roulaison Overproof Rum 22:31

2M ago22:31

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Want to see video of this episode? Check it out on YouTube and subscribe to our channel! We're back with another bite-sized episode in our Semi-Blind Rum Reviews series. This time, John braved the challenge of blind-tasting and attempting to identify Roulaison Overproof, a pot-distilled, molasses-based rum from Roulaison Distilling out of Louisiana…

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Integrating AI in Education: Balancing Creativity, Policy, and Practical Guidance for Teachers 50:05

2M ago50:05

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The conversation in the newest episode revolved around the integration of AI in education, with Cindy and co-hosts sharing their experiences and insights on the potential benefits and challenges. They discussed the importance of balancing creativity and policy, and the need for hands-on guidance for teachers to understand AI's potential in the clas…

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112: Managing Rum’s Most Famous Single Cask Collection: The Main Rum Company Revisited w/ Ian Hoyles 1:25:15

30d ago1:25:15

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Note: See the end of this episode description for the Hurricane Beryl aid links we mention in the intro. In this episode we revisited one of rum's iconic institutions from a totally different perspective from our previous episode (from over 2 years ago!) on it. We're talking, of course, about The Main Rum Company — keepers of E&A Scheer's boutique …

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Passion for Educating Students and Teachers Through Technology and Inclusivity 49:56

2M ago49:56

49:56

This episode covers transitioning from a public school to an independent school, as well as the impact of technology on elementary education today. Our guest introduces us to his many passions, including his professional development event, ShiftinEdu. The group addresses introducing AI to young students safely and appropriately, emphasizing inclusi…

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Unlocking Educational Insights: Institutional Research with Sarah Enterline Roch 57:13

2M ago57:13

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In this episode, Sarah Enterline Roch discusses her professional journey, including her current role at St. Mark's School, and highlights the challenges elementary school students face with establishing their identities. She delves into strategies for enhancing the quantity and quality of hard-to-acquire personal data, emphasizing the need for coll…

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Semi-Blind Rum Review #4: Down Island Ghana 2020 25:18

2M ago25:18

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Want to see video of this episode? Check it out on YouTube and subscribe to our channel! https://youtu.be/8b99b-s4isg We're back with another episode in our Semi-Blind Reviews series — this time with a rum sourced from a region that came up quite a bit in our 100th episode a few months back: Ghana! From Down Island Spirits, this is a 4-year-old pot…

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Leading the Future: Technology and Innovation in Independent Schools 55:37

2M ago55:37

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In this episode, our hosts converse with two longtime friends and technology leaders (and colleagues of host Bill Stites!) about their career paths and proactive strategies for driving technology initiatives. They explore the importance of disciplined, intentional approaches to today's challenges, along with thought leadership and tracking goals. T…

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111: The Legacy of Angostura Rum and Trinidad’s Distilling Heritage with John Georges, Former Master Distiller 1:49:17

3M ago1:49:17

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In this episode, we sat down with John Georges, former master distiller of Angostura Rum / Trinidad Distillers Ltd. to discuss his 40+ year career in rum, all things Angostura, and much more. This episode is sponsored by Nossa Cachaça — Get 10% off any order at NossaCachaca.com with promo code RUMCAST. We discussed: The evolution of rum-making at A…

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From Tech Leader to School Admin, Stacia McFadden Tackles AI, Cell Phone Policies and DEI 56:02

3M ago56:02

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In this discussion, our hosts and guest explore AI adoption in independent schools, sharing strategies and experiences to enhance its use among teachers and students. Stacia emphasizes integrating technology to meet diverse student needs and discusses the benefits and challenges of AI in tasks like writing comments and recommendation letters. She s…

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Navigating the Evolution and Future of Technology Leadership in Independent Schools: Insights from Ally Wenzel 1:01:11

3M ago1:01:11

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Our hosts and guest discussed the challenges of staffing, considering evolution of school technology, and strategies for developing future technology leaders. They also covered the importance of retaining technology employees through competitive incentives and offered advice for women aspiring to technology roles in independent schools. Resources S…

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110: Alambique Serrano and Cañada Rum: Tradition Meets Innovation in Oaxaca’s Cloud Forest (feat. Jason Paul Cox and Isidoro Krassel Jr.) 1:52:52

3M ago1:52:52

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In this episode, we chatted with Jason Paul Cox and Isidoro Krassel Jr. of Alambique Serrano and Cañada Rum — two exciting projects featuring cane juice rum from Mexico. Jason is the founder of the brands and Isidoro is one of the four brothers from a family that has been producing aguardiente de caña in Oaxaca's mountainous cloud forest for over 1…

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Developing ATLIS's New Certification: Meet the Volunteers Behind the TLIS 20:31

3M ago20:31

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ATLIS’s Technology Leaders in Independent Schools (TLIS) certification was launched through a collaborative effort involving subject matter experts and a diverse group of volunteers. This episode’s guests shared their experiences in creating the program while describing their personal motivations and the value gained. The exam's development and val…

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Skill Development and Ethical Considerations in an AI-Driven Future 56:48

3M ago56:48

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From a keynote panel at the ATLIS Annual Conference 2024, in Reno, Nevada, panelists discussed the importance of developing AI literacy and ethical understanding alongside traditional skills to prepare students for the future job market, suggesting that independent schools implement guard rails around AI to address ethical concerns and equip studen…

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109: Rolling Fork Rum and the Complexities of Barrel Aging 1:45:03

4M ago1:45:03

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This episode is sponsored by Nossa Cachaça — Get 10% off any order at NossaCachaca.com with promo code RUMCAST. In this episode, we talked to Turner Wathen and Jordan Morris, the co-founders of Rolling Fork Rum, and went DEEP on everything the Kentucky-based independent bottler has learned about secondary maturation (and more) since getting started…

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Exploring Single-Sex Education, Mission-Oriented Leadership, and Tech Advancement in Independent Schools 37:20

4M ago37:20

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Our hosts and guest highlighted the benefits of single-sex education at Gilman School, emphasizing how the all-boys environment allows students to pursue their interests without societal restrictions. There was discussion of the importance of recognizing and appreciating the contributions of every individual in a mission-oriented organization, as w…

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Semi-Blind Rum Review #3: English Harbour 1981 24:25

4M ago24:25

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We're back with another episode in our Semi-Blind Rum Reviews series. This time, we swapped roles with Will as the blind taster and John as the rum selector. It turned out to be a quite rare rum — English Harbour 1981, a 25-year-old rum from Antigua Distillery Limited, bottled all the way back in 2006! You can also view the video version of this ep…

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Keynote Address from ATLIS Annual Conference 2024 - Jeff Shields 53:15

4M ago53:15

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Recorded live from the ATLIS Annual Conference 2024 in Reno, Nevada, this episode features a keynote address by National Business Officers Association President and CEO, Jeff Shields. Jeff broaches a number of topics including the crucial role of technology leaders in aligning IT solutions with the school's strategic plan, providing professional de…

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108: Tales from the Back of the Cabinet: Revisiting 6 Long Overlooked Rums in Our Bars 1:24:42

4M ago1:24:42

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For this episode, we reached DEEP into the backs of our cabinets and pulled out a selection of rums we had long overlooked, neglected, or even forgotten about in our bars to see how our thoughts have evolved (or IF they have at all). The rules were simple: it just had to be a bottle we hadn't tasted in at least two years. Along the way, we discuss …

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Single-Gender School Experience, CIO Insights, and ATLIS Board Adventures 29:15

4M ago29:15

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The group talked about Molly Rumsey's career path, her time at a single-gender school, and why it's special. They also discussed what a CIO does each day, especially when managing tech across many buildings. They touched on Molly's school’s views on AI and her work with the ATLIS board, noting how she sees the organization benefiting its community.…

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Securing Independent Schools with Cybersecurity and Legal Imperatives 48:14

4M ago48:14

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The conversation revolved around the growing importance of cybersecurity in the legal profession and the need for specialized knowledge in this area. Speakers emphasized the importance of engaging with attorneys early on during cybersecurity incidents to maintain the attorney-client privilege and leverage the cybersecurity team's experience. They a…

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107: San Juan Artisan Distillers & the Emerging Puerto Rican Craft Rum Scene with Pepe Álvarez 1:37:11

4M ago1:37:11

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In this episode we talked to Pepe Álvarez, founder of San Juan Artisan Distillers, the only Puerto Rican distillery making pot still rum from fresh sugarcane juice in a true farm-to-bottle setting. You may recall we featured Pepe as one of three interviewees in an episode back in 2021, but we wanted to bring him back for a solo interview so we coul…

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Alignment, Community, and Leadership in Independent School Transformation 54:39

5M ago54:39

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With guest, Susan Baldridge, executive director of The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) This conversation revolved around the importance of alignment, community, and collaboration in successful change initiatives in independent schools. Also discussed was the transformation of boarding schools in North America, exploring diverse approaches, t…

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Leadership Spotlight: Helping Independent School Educators Use AI to Teach, with Eric Hudson 54:15

5M ago54:15

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Eric Hudson has spent his career teaching teachers how to use technology for instruction and reach students from a long distance away. This episode explores how Eric became a thought leader in the space of AI and education, the current relationship between teachers and AI, and where independent schools are struggling and achieving when it comes to …

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106: Kuleana Rum Works: Discovering the Big Island's Take on Hawaiian Rum with Steve Jefferson 1:50:32

5M ago1:50:32

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In this episode, we sat down with Steve Jefferson, co-founder and CEO of Kuleana Rum Works, a distillery on Hawaii's Big Island that's putting their own spin on fresh cane juice rum. From growing their own heirloom Hawaiian sugarcane to sourcing and blending rums from around the world, they have a unique approach that's resulting in some pretty dam…

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Leadership Spotlight: A Reminder of the Power of K-12 Education, with Michael Lomuscio 54:22

5M ago54:22

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Michael Lomuscio grew up homeless in New Jersey, and today he’s a dean at one of Hawaii’s top independent schools. Learn how the journey shaped his unique perspective about how K-12 education can play a critical role in any young person’s future. Also hear about progressive approaches to STEM and applied learning, as well as finding grace with AI. …

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105: Inside The Islay Rum Company: A Unique Take on Scottish Rum with Ben Inglis 1:24:45

5M ago1:24:45

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With John on vacation, I flew solo on this episode to welcome Ben Inglis, distillery manager and co-founder of The Islay Rum Company, to the show to get the full story on his unique approach to Scottish rum. If you listened to our Guide to UK Rum episode, you'll remember that John and I rated both of the Islay Rum Company rums we tried quite favora…

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104: Introducing Semi-Blind Rum Reviews: Shakara 12-Year Thailand Rum and TCRL High Seas 58:11

6M ago58:11

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This week, we’re introducing a new episode format — the Semi-Blind Rum Review! In these reviews, one of us will know the identity of the rum being reviewed and one of us will be going in with no information about the rum whatsoever, besides its color in the glass. Our goal is to hopefully provide an unbiased and fun look at new(ish) rums you might …

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Leadership Spotlight: You Need to Know Alex and Bob 1:05:52

6M ago1:05:52

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This episode is brought to you by Toddle. Our first podcast crossover episode! Meet the hosts of the Learning Through Technology podcast, Alex Inman and Bob Cireddu, as we share stories about our most valuable lessons learned, favorite guests, and interesting episodes from our two podcasts about technology in schools. Resources Learning Through Tec…

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Special Episode: ATLIS Annual Conference 2024 with ATLIS Staff 31:13

6M ago31:13

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This episode is brought to you by Toddle. Join members of the ATLIS team as they offer a glimpse into what it's like to attend the ATLIS Annual Conference and what people can expect at this year's event, April 7-10, in Reno, Nevada. Resources ATLIS Annual Conference 2024 CIRIS Annual Summit 2024 Technology Leaders in Independent Schools (TLIS) Cert…

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103: Bira Rum and the Emerging Canadian Rum Scene with Karl Mudzamba (and Special Guest Ivar de Laat) 1:23:56

6M ago1:23:56

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In this episode, we explore the impressive start of possibly the only independent rum bottler in Canada, Bira Rum. Founder Karl Mudzamba took us inside his journey from Zimbabwe, to playing professional rugby in New Zealand, to starting Bira in his current home of Vancouver, BC. Bira has hit the ground running with unadulterated, cask strength rele…

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Leadership Spotlight: Partnerships in Technology and Learning with Tim Fish 59:31

6M ago59:31

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This episode is brought to you by Toddle. Tim's work as a leader with the National Association of Independent Schools provides him with frequent exposure to schools and how they take innovative approaches to technology and learning, examples of which he discusses in this episode. Tim and the hosts also talk about "productive struggle", keeping thin…

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Deep Dive: A Shared Approach to Data Governance 52:14

7M ago52:14

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This episode is brought to you by Veracross and Toddle. The Downtown School is a small school that takes a unique approach to school management – all faculty and staff also serve an administrative role. In addition to a strong sense of ownership, the approach lends to an immersion in school data by everyone, leading to better strategy and positive …

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102: The Rumcast Guide to UK Rum 2:34:06

7M ago2:34:06

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In this episode, we're back with a fresh entry in our Rumcast Guides series — and this time we're taking on the rums of the United Kingdom! Over the last 12 years or so, the UK has seen an explosion of domestic rum distilleries, with the number now reaching over 25 (and counting). We set out to taste a wide selection of these rums to get a sense of…

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Partner Talks: Navigating Cyber Threats in Education with Ankura's Robert Olsen 1:04:25

7M ago1:04:25

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This episode is brought to you by Veracross and Toddle. As independent schools integrate technology more deeply into their educational practices and administrative operations, they face critical questions: How can they protect their digital ecosystems? What strategies can be employed to shield against cyber threats? Furthermore, how does cybersecur…

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[Free Bonus Episode] Ian Burrell's Full 100th Episode Interview + a Mystery Sample Tasting 51:55

7M ago51:55

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In this free bonus episode, we're releasing global rum ambassador and Equiano co-founder Ian Burrell's full interview from our 100th episode, which was full of interesting nuggets about the development of Equiano, rum education, where we can expect to see exciting new rums come from over the next several years, and much more! Also, we try to guess …

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Leadership Spotlight: Dawn Carrera Berkeley on Ed Tech, AI, and Relationships 47:06

7M ago47:06

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Today's episode is brought to you by Toddle and Veracross. How do technology leaders navigate the constantly shifting sands of ed tech (especially with disruptive new technologies)? How do you communicate the value and intricacies of your work? Moreover, how is emerging technology like AI integrated effectively into the classroom, and what role do …

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Leadership Spotlight: A Journey with ATLIS Founders from Origins to Future Aspirations 55:22

7M ago55:22

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This episode is brought to you by Toddle. ATLIS thanks our vendor partners. Have you ever wondered how ATLIS came into existence? This special podcast episode takes listeners back to the beginning with ATLIS's three co-founders. The conversation doesn't stay in the past but also imagines the future trajectory of ATLIS and the role of technology lea…

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100: The 100th Episode! A Toast to Rum’s Recent Past, Present, and Possible Future with 12 Rumcast Veterans 1:36:55

7M ago1:36:55

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Without further delay, we're super excited to share our 100th episode of The Rumcast with you! As we've hinted, this episode is special to us, and was really a labor of love. Rather than going with the typical format, we invited a dozen past guests to return for individual interviews where we looked back at how rum has evolved since 2019 (when we s…

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Partner Talks: Mark Orchison Unpacks Cybersecurity Challenges in Independent Schools 1:06:41

8M ago1:06:41

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Today’s episode is brought to you by Toddle. ATLIS thanks our vendor partners for their support. Resources: Unicef The Case for Better Governance of Children’s Data: A Manifesto Joan Learning About Streamberry Terms and Conditions | Black Mirror Season 6 Episode GDPR COPPA FERPA Common Sense Media: 2023 State of Kids' Privacy Connect with Mark Orch…

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