Best Daniel Blumenthal Podcasts (2024)

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Navigating Higher Ed Benefits with A Chatbot Named Wyatt with Erika Blumenthal and Daniel O'Donnell 26:33

3d ago26:33

26:33

In the episode Mike Palmer hosts Erika Blumenthal, the Chief Operating Officer at Benefits Data Trust (BDT), and Daniel O'Donnell, the Associate Director of Higher Education at BDT. We discuss the organization's mission to help individuals access social safety net benefits in the U.S., with a focus on supporting college students and how they use a …

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Unregistered 273: Michael Tracey 1:32:38

6h ago1:32:38

1:32:38

One of few journalists to have reported from Russia and Israel during the wars, Michael Tracey joined me to discuss his dissatisfaction with major figures in "alt-media" who claim to be for peace but have taken the side of war. Tickets for ICARUS FEST 2024 on sale now: https://www.icarusfest.com/ New course at Unregistered Academy: A RENEGADE HISTO…

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ASU+GSV Recap PLUS Dana Bryson from Study.com and Paul Gollash from ETS on Free PRAXIS Teacher Prep 31:50

18h ago31:50

31:50

Mike Palmer takes us on a whirlwind tour through the recent ASU+GSV Summit and AIR Show in San Diego. We hear the buzzing energy of the events as Mike shares his hot takes and insider scoops fresh off the ground. The AI Revolution Show provided an intriguing glimpse into the new AI-powered products aiming to "supercharge" teachers' capabilities. Mi…

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Bias, Noise, and AI in Ed with Tim Dasey 35:08

4d ago35:08

35:08

This episode of Trending in Ed explores the explosive growth of AI in classrooms and workplaces. Host Mike Palmer interviews Tim Dasey, author of Wisdom Factories: AI, Games, and the Education of a Modern Worker, about the implications of these rapid changes. We discuss how AI can support novice learners, the potential risks and biases within AI sy…

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Unregistered 272: Jeremy Loffredo 59:45

8d ago59:45

59:45

I was joined by Jeremy Loffredo, virtually the only American journalist to report directly from Gaza, Israel, and Russia, to discuss how his reporting challenges the official narratives of the U.S. government. New course at Unregistered Academy: A RENEGADE HISTORY OF THE UNITED STATES with Thaddeus Russell https://www.unregisteredacademy.com/renega…

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Developing New Leaders, AI and Practice with Jean Desravines 28:45

15d ago28:45

28:45

In this engaging episode, Mike Palmer talks with Jean Desravines, CEO of New Leaders, about developing representative leadership in K12 schools. Jean shares his powerful origin story of how education and mentorship saved his life, allowing him to escape a dire path. We learn how New Leaders identifies and develops the next generation of transformat…

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Psychology and Public Scholarship with Dr. Ken Carter 23:48

15d ago23:48

23:48

Dr. Ken Carter is a Psychology Professor and the Founding Director of Emory's new Center for Public Scholarship and Engagement. He joins host Mike Palmer in a conversation about bridging the gap between academic research and the public through new initiatives to help academics translate their work for general audiences. Ken shares his own path from…

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Can Chatbots Help Fight Absenteeism? with Joanna Smith and Nancy 23:59

17d ago23:59

23:59

In this eye-opening episode, host Mike Palmer dives into the alarming rise in chronic absenteeism among U.S. students, as highlighted by a recent New York Times article. The conversation pivots to explore how AI-powered chatbots and personal virtual assistants like "Ed" from AllHere are being leveraged to combat this issue getting notice for their …

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The Trifecta of Community, Culture, and Collaboration LIVE from SXSW EDU 52:12

27d ago52:12

52:12

In this special episode recorded live at SXSW EDU 2024, host Mike Palmer moderates a powerful panel on breaking down silos in education. Featuring multilingual learning consultant Dana Gastich-French, special education expert Dr. DeShanna Reed, and parent coach Punam Saxena, the conversation dives into the trifecta of community, culture, and collab…

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All Toddlers CAN Read with Spencer Russell 32:03

26d ago32:03

32:03

Mike Palmer sits down with Spencer Russell, the founder and CEO of Toddlers CAN Read while at SXSW EDU, just after Spencer delivered a keynote there. Spencer shares his journey from being a kindergarten and first grade teacher to taking the leap and starting his own business focused on helping parents teach their toddlers to read. We explore his mo…

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SXSW EDU March Madness of Learning Trends LIVE 56:42

30d ago56:42

56:42

In a lively and thought-provoking session at SXSW EDU 2024, Mike Palmer, host of the Trending in Education podcast, and a panel of experts delve into the "Sweet 16" of learning trends for the year. The discussion covered a wide range of topics, from hyper-personalized learning and the role of AI in education to the importance of mental models and t…

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Understanding School Moms with Laura Pappano 38:13

1M ago38:13

38:13

In this thought-provoking episode, Mike Palmer welcomes education journalist Laura Pappano to discuss her new book School Moms: Parent Activism, Partisan Politics and the Battle for Public Education. Laura shares her experiences attending Moms for Liberty summits, witnessing alarming rhetoric portraying public schools as indoctrination centers. She…

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Unregistered 271: Daniel Bessner 1:06:43

1M ago1:06:43

1:06:43

I was joined by Daniel Bessner, former foreign policy advisor to the Bernie Sanders presidential campaign and professor of international relations at the University of Washington, to make the case that the "American Century" of US global dominance will not end anytime soon. BECOME A MEMBER OF UNREGISTERED ACADEMY at https://www.unregisteredacademy.…

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Lessons for Education from the Media Industry with Edward Hanapole 38:17

1M ago38:17

38:17

Edward Hanapole leads the media and entertainment practice at Alvarez and Marsal. He brings a unique perspective to his conversation with host Mike Palmer, having worked across major media sectors including education, publishing, and broadcast. We discuss how media companies are adapting to direct-to-consumer models in a post-pandemic world. Edward…

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Leading EdTech Across the Higher Ed Ecosystem with Bruce Dahlgren 25:53

1M ago25:53

25:53

Bruce Dahlgren, CEO of Anthology, joins host Mike Palmer for an edtech discussion informed by Bruce's extensive IT background and higher ed governance along with his vision for the growth of the platform. With over four decades across enterprise software, data infrastructure, fintech (financial technology), and cybersecurity, Bruce brings valuable …

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Data Science for Social Impact in Education with Dr. John Harnisher 33:21

2M ago33:21

33:21

Dr. John Harnisher, who leads the education practice at DataKind joins host Mike Palmer in a conversation about how data science can drive social impact in education. Having known each other for over 10 years, we have an engaging conversation reflecting on John's journey in the learning field. John gives us an inside look at DataKind's mission of b…

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Learning Science, Expertise, and the Future of Work with Dr. Bror Saxberg 43:03

2M ago43:03

43:03

In this episode, host Michael Palmer welcomes back Dr. Bror Saxberg, Founder of LearningForge, to continue their exploration of learning and its implications for the future. We dig into core concepts like working memory vs long-term memory, deliberate practice and the 10,000 hour rule, and what the latest research reveals about differences (and sim…

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How Do We Build an Apprentice Nation? with Ryan Craig 30:14

2M ago30:14

30:14

In this week's episode of Trending in Education, Ryan Craig, author of the new book Apprentice Nation: How the "Earn and Learn" Alternative to Higher Education Will Create a Stronger and Fairer America, joins host Mike Palmer to dive into how "earn and learn" models like apprenticeships can bridge the growing experience gap facing young workers see…

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Unregistered 270: Glenn Diesen 1:07:50

2M ago1:07:50

1:07:50

One of the leading realist scholars of international relations and author of The Ukraine World and the Eurasian World Order, Glenn Diesen joined me to discuss his thesis that the defeat of Ukraine on the battlefields represents the end of global American supremacy and the rise of a new world order. BECOME A MEMBER OF UNREGISTERED ACADEMY at https:/…

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SXSW EDU 2024 Hype Show Featuring Beth Rudden, Dr. Robin Naughton, Melissa Griffith, and Nancy 27:46

2M ago27:46

27:46

Get pumped! The Trending in Education crew is heading to SXSW EDU 2024 to kick off the podcast stage in style. Mike Palmer will be joined by his dream team of past guests - his wife, information scientist Dr. Robin Naughton, enterprise strategy expert Melissa Griffith, and AI authority Beth Rudden. This all-star panel will break down the top trends…

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Keeping Everyone in the Learning Loop with Matt Given 35:49

2M ago35:49

35:49

In this episode of Trending in Education, we explore how to keep students, teachers, and parents connected in the learning process. Our guest is Matt Given, CEO of Seesaw, an edtech platform focused on early childhood education. We refer to this white paper from Seesaw during the conversation. Given explains how Seesaw aims to capture the tactile, …

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"Whatever It Is, I'm Against It" with Brian Rosenberg 39:44

2M ago39:44

39:44

In this episode of Trending in Education, we talk with Brian Rosenberg, author of the new book Whatever It Is, I'm Against It: Resistance to Change in Higher Education. Rosenberg is the President Emeritus of Macalester College and a Visiting Professor at Harvard's Graduate School of Education. We discuss the paradox of why higher education, which o…

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Unregistered 269: Einat Gerlitz and Iddo Elam 1:28:16

3M ago1:28:16

1:28:16

I was joined by two young Israelis—Einat Gerlitz, who spent 87 days in prison for refusing to enlist in the Israel Defense Forces, and Iddo Elam, a 17-year-old draft resister who will go to prison this summer after he graduates from high school. Einat's Twitter: https://twitter.com/einat16395854 Iddo's Twitter: https://twitter.com/iddoelam Mesarvot…

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Conversation Design and AI Literacy with Nicolle Merrill 28:36

2M ago28:36

28:36

On this week's episode of Trending in Education, we chat with Nicolle Merrill about conversation design, AI literacy, and preparing for the impacts of artificial intelligence in the workplace. Nicolle is the founder of The Boring AI Company, where she teaches organizations about AI. But Nicolle also has hands-on experience designing conversational …

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Cathedral Building in Education with Brandon Busteed 46:41

3M ago46:41

46:41

How can higher education evolve to better prepare graduates for the rapidly transforming world of work? On this episode, host Mike Palmer talks with Brandon Busteed, the newly appointed CEO of BrandEd, about the future of colleges and universities in bridging the gaps between education and career readiness. They discuss today's challenges facing hi…

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Unregistered 268: Max Blumenthal 1:22:02

3M ago1:22:02

1:22:02

I was joined by Max Blumenthal of The Grayzone, whose investigations into the events of October 7 have challenged the narrative put forward by the Israeli government and its supporters in the US and have called into question the very justification for the war on Gaza. BECOME A MEMBER OF UNREGISTERED ACADEMY at https://www.unregisteredacademy.com/ f…

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Effective Instructional Communication with Dr. Michael Strawser 34:38

3M ago34:38

34:38

In this episode of Trending in Education, we speak with Michael Strawser, an associate professor of communication at the University of Central Florida. He provides insights and practical tips on delivering effective instructional communication. Strawser explains how the field of instructional communication examines how communication impacts learnin…

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Does AI Belong in Your Classroom with Dr. Whitney Green 47:33

3M ago47:33

47:33

In this special episode, host Mike Palmer is interviewed by Dr. Whitney Green from Kiddom about the use of AI and ChatGPT in the classroom. We discuss how AI and generative technologies like ChatGPT came about through advancements in computing power and neural networks. While some educators have concerns about introducing these technologies too qui…

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Unregistered 267: Jack Mason (Teaser) 10:30

3M ago10:30

10:30

Full episode available at patreon.com/unregistered At the Icarus Fringe and Film Festival, Jack Mason of the Perfume Nationalist podcast joined me to discuss the history, politics, and aesthetic qualities of the great and canceled film Gone With The Wind. BECOME A MEMBER OF UNREGISTERED ACADEMY at https://www.unregisteredacademy.com/ for access to …

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Insights for Parents from Learning Science with Dr. Bror Saxberg 52:06

3M ago52:06

52:06

In this week's episode of Trending in Education, host Mike Palmer has an enlightening conversation with learning science expert Bror Saxberg. As founder of Learning Forge, Saxberg knows a tremendous amount about how learning happens in the brain, and he shares his wisdom in this episode by applying that knowledge to parenting. Resources cited in th…

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Unregistered 266: Zachary Foster (Unlocked) 1:28:24

4M ago1:28:24

1:28:24

I was joined by Zachary Foster, a historian of Palestine, to place the events of October 7 in historical context. Enroll in the special 1-part live course on Israel and Palestine and the Origins of the Gaza War at Unregistered Academy: https://www.unregisteredacademy.com/israelandpalestine BECOME A MEMBER OF UNREGISTERED ACADEMY at https://www.unre…

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Unregistered 266: Zachary Foster (Trailer) 5:56

4M ago5:56

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Full episode available at patreon.com/unregistered I was joined by Zachary Foster, a historian of Palestine, to place the events of October 7 in historical context. Enroll in the special 1-part live course on Israel and Palestine and the Origins of the Gaza War at Unregistered Academy: https://www.unregisteredacademy.com/israelandpalestine BECOME A…

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Building Amazing Kids Learning Pods with Meredith Halpern-Ranzer 34:04

4M ago34:04

34:04

Meredith Halpern-Ranzer, Co-Founder and CEO of the kids' podcasting company Tinkercast, joins host Mike Palmer in a conversation about learning, podcasts, and how to reach children and their grown-ups with compelling educational content. We begin by hearing Meredith's background creating educational media for children at places like Sesame Workshop…

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The Future of Eds and Meds with Geoffrey M. Roche 24:25

4M ago24:25

24:25

Geoffrey M. Roche is the inaugural Director of Workforce Development at Siemens Healthineers. He joins host Mike Palmer to explore the intersection of healthcare and education, discussing emerging trends related to the healthcare workforce. Geoffrey outlines some of the pressing challenges facing healthcare employers today, including recruitment, r…

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Unregistered 263: Killer Mike (UNLOCKED) 1:44:13

4M ago1:44:13

1:44:13

Seven years ago I was interviewed by the rapper and public intellectual Killer Mike for his podcast on the history of Reconstruction and black responses to white racist violence. That podcast was never aired, but the producers have just given me the audio file of the interview. Finally it is available, here, after being originally only for Patrons …

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A Moonshot Model for Affordable Higher Education with Tade Oyerinde 42:15

5M ago42:15

42:15

In this episode of Trending in Education, host Mike Palmer interviews Tade Oyerinde, the founder and chancellor of Campus.edu, an organization providing accessible pathway programs powered by professors from top universities. Tade shares how his unconventional homeschooling background and later experiences meeting impoverished adjunct professors sp…

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Global Takes on UDL and Special Education with Dr. Eunice Ofori 27:26

5M ago27:26

27:26

Eunice Ofori has a unique background, hailing originally from Ghana where she was an educator for 20 years. She immigrated to the U.S. in 2011 when her husband began his PhD program, intrigued by the American education system and efforts to provide accommodations for students with disabilities. This was lacking in Ghana and a key motivator for Euni…

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Designing Learning Spaces with Melissa Turnbaugh 34:05

5M ago34:05

34:05

Melissa Turnbaugh is a Partner at architecture firm PBK where she serves as National Education and Innovation Leader. She joins host Mike Palmer in a conversation about how architects approach designing K-12 learning spaces in a rapidly changing world, emphasizing the need for flexibility and personalization. Turnbaugh outlines emerging trends like…

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Don't Be A Turkey, Learn to Be Grateful 2023 22:36

5M ago22:36

22:36

To kick off the end of year holiday season and wrap up Thanksgiving, we reflect on the importance of gratitude and why and how we should cultivate it. We might even warm some cockles along the way. Mike explores the neuroscience showing gratitude boosts dopamine, serotonin, and mood based on an article by Kayla Barnes. We feature sound from Matthew…

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Unregistered 265: Rabbi Yaakov Shapiro 1:42:59

5M ago1:42:59

1:42:59

As criticisms of Israel's war on Gaza are called antisemitic, Rabbi Yaakov Shapiro joined me to present the argument that Zionism is actually a repudiation of Judaism and that a criticism of Israel is a defense of Jews. Enroll in the special 1-part live course on Israel and Palestine and the Origins of the Gaza War at Unregistered Academy: https://…

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