Best Magic EdTech Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 148: PyCon 2025 AI Education Open Space 57:25

1h ago57:25

57:25

In this special episode of Teaching Python, hosts Sean Tibor and Kelly Schuster-Paredes convene an open space discussion at PyCon US 2025 in Pittsburgh. Surrounded by a diverse group of educators, developers, and learners, they hand the mic to the community to answer two key questions: How are you using AI personally, and how do you see AI shaping …

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The Magic and Future of Wi-Fi: Intel's Vision 17:34

1h ago17:34

17:34

This podcast is from an interview with Eric McLaughlin, the Vice President and General Manager of the Wireless Solutions Group at Intel, covering the evolution and future of Wi-Fi technology on the AI with Arun Show. McLaughlin highlights the significant advancements in speed and efficiency from early Wi-Fi standards to Wi-Fi 7, emphasizing the imp…

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Harnessing AI for IT Service Providers 23:08

4d ago23:08

23:08

This podcast features a conversation with Paul Gottsegen, President and CMO at ISG, who shares insights on the current landscape of AI within the IT service provider ecosystem. Gottsegen discusses the balance between AI-driven cost optimization and innovation, highlighting the challenges companies face in scaling AI projects beyond initial pilot ph…

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EDT125 Courtney Watson, Scribe, iorad, Bite-Sized Tech Instructions, BookCreator, Padlet, NotebookLM 48:07

6d ago48:07

48:07

How do we make tech processes easier for students—and teachers—to follow? In this episode, I chat with Courtney Watson from friEdTechnology about strategies for creating clear, bite-sized tech instructions using tools like Scribe, iorad, Canva, and Adobe Express. We explore ways to lower the cognitive load and boost confidence in tech-rich classroo…

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From Band-Aids to Breakthroughs: Rethinking Innovation in Education 43:44

5d ago43:44

43:44

Dr. Annalies Corbin, CEO of the PAST Foundation and author of Hacking School, brings an anthropologist’s lens to educational change. In this episode, she breaks down why many EdTech initiatives fail to stick, pointing to short funding cycles, lack of strategy, and cultural disconnects. For EdTech leaders aiming to build products that go beyond temp…

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Revolutionizing Travel with MakeMyTrip AI 16:47

11d ago16:47

16:47

This podcast presents a discussion between Arun and Narasimha, the Vice President of Data Science at MakeMyTrip, an Indian travel booking platform. Narasimha details how MakeMyTrip utilizes data science and AI to enhance the user experience, covering topics like personalized recommendations and dynamic pricing. He also explains their adoption of ge…

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EDT Jake on the State of Ed Podcast 43:04

12d ago43:04

43:04

This interview was originally aired on the State of Ed Podcast by Dr. Nick Isseks and Dr. Nick Simone. It is being re-aired here with their permission. You can access the original episode here: https://episodes.fm/992700178/episode/NDIwOWY1OTAtMGQxZC00NGI1LWIwMjktY2U5NmQ1Yjc4MjIw and access all State of Ed Podcast episodes here: https://episodes.fm…

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Atomic Work's Agentic AI for IT Support 14:47

18d ago14:47

14:47

This podcast presents a discussion about Atomic Work, an AI-driven company focused on Enterprise IT service management. The co-founder and CTO, Kiran, explains how their platform uses agentic AI to revolutionize internal support, offering capabilities like Enterprise search, case management, and automated tasks through conversational interfaces in …

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EDT124 Bryon Carpenter, Tools for Visuals like Adobe Express, Canva, Google Drawings, and Google Slides 53:26

20d ago53:26

53:26

What’s your favorite tool for having students create visuals like infographics and diagrams? Bryon Carpenter from Fresh Air At Five joins me to answer that very question. We discuss Adobe Express, Canva, Google Drawings, and Google Slides. Also, I share about Brisk’s new Podcast Generator, a Chromebook monitoring feature coming soon to Google, Scho…

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The Hardest Conversation About Schools We Need to Have: School Safety, Technology, and Tough Decisions 33:40

21d ago33:40

33:40

How do you protect a school from threats you can’t predict? Philip Selton, CEO of Lockdown Experts, unpacks the realities behind school safety technology - what works, what doesn’t, and what most people get wrong. From the fire alarm systems we take for granted to the rising debate around metal detectors, reinforced doors, and AI surveillance, this…

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EDT123 Think big, Start small, and Scale fast with the Eisenhower Matrix. Plus, helps me prioritize what matters. Plus, updates from Snorkl, Google Classroom, and SchoolAI 20:21

1M ago20:21

20:21

Ever feel like the important work keeps getting overshadowed by what’s urgent? In this episode, I reflect on the quote “Think big. Start small. Scale fast.” and share how the Eisenhower Matrix helps me keep my priorities aligned. I also share updates from Snorkl, Google Classroom, and SchoolAI, plus a candid take on More Than Words by John Warner. …

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Hindi - AI for Digital Agencies - Ronik Patel, CEO Weam.ai 5:52

30d ago5:52

5:52

Hindi AI for Digital Agencies - Ronik Patel, CEO Weam.ai

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Weam.ai: One AI Platform for Gemini, ChatGPT & Your Digital Agency| Ronik Patel, CEO Weam.ai 17:41

1M ago17:41

17:41

Ronik Patel is the Founder and CEO of Weam.ai. He is a dynamic entrepreneur with a background in building successful web agencies and technology ventures. Ronik previously founded UnlimitedWP, which he scaled to over 100 team members before selling it to focus on AI innovation. He holds degrees from Rutgers University and Babson College, and has fo…

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AI in Transportation and VC | Sudarshan Jha - Founder LetsTransport & co-Founder of Z21 Ventures 13:00

1M ago13:00

13:00

This content features a conversation between Arun and Sudarshan Jha, focusing on Jha's journey in the Indian tech ecosystem. Jha discusses co-founding LetsTransport, a logistics startup, and then moving into the venture capital space as a partner at Z21 Ventures. The discussion explores the challenges and insights gained from building LetsTransport…

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EDT122: Formative Assessment with Dan Niessen: Quizizz, Nearpod, Pear Deck, and Snorkl, plus Google Slides, Canva Visual Suite 2.0, and Canva Sheets 1:00:29

2M ago1:00:29

1:00:29

What’s your go-to tool for formative assessment? In this episode, Dan Niessen joins me to unpack strategies for gathering real-time insights into student learning. We talk Quizizz, Nearpod, Snorkl, AI chatbot tutors, Pear Deck, ChatGPT, and more. Dan shares how he supports educators in choosing tools that fit their goals—and their students. Plus, I…

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AI for Food: Innovating a Sustainable and Nutritious Future 17:55

2M ago17:55

17:55

This podcast features a discussion with the co-authors of the book "AI for Food Movement": Ravi, Michael, and Vinay on the AI with Arun Show. They explore the inspiration behind their book and the AI for Food movement, highlighting the need to unify knowledge about AI's potential within the food industry. The conversation covers historical AI advan…

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The Future of Social Emotional Learning: Access, Agency, and Action 39:22

2M ago39:22

39:22

In this episode of Tech in EdTech, Sean Strathy sits down with Jason Kahn, Founder and Chief Science Officer at Mightier, to explore how digital play can power real emotional growth in children. They dive into timely topics like the urgency for SEL programs in schools, the impact of the pandemic on social development, the difference between gamific…

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Mayo Clinic Platform: Innovation in HealthTech and AI | Maneesh Goel, COO 17:58

2M ago17:58

17:58

This interview features a discussion with Maneesh Goel, COO of Mayo Clinic Platform, about the organization's innovative approach to healthcare. The platform aims to extend Mayo Clinic's impact from millions to billions of lives by ethically leveraging de-identified patient data and AI. Goel explains how their cloud-based infrastructure enables sec…

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WorkSpan AI: Scaling Ecosystem Revenue Through Intelligent Partnerships 22:52

2M ago22:52

22:52

The interview features a conversation with Amit Sinha, co-founder of WorkSpan, a company focused on ecosystem growth through co-selling programs. Sinha explains how WorkSpan's AI platform connects sellers with their partner network, providing insights and automation to simplify joint sales efforts. He describes how this platform facilitates opportu…

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EDT121 AI: To Use or Not to Use? Also Grade All in Google Classroom, CoSpaces becomes Delightex, and more 32:59

2M ago32:59

32:59

Is the goal to complete the task… or to grow stronger? In this episode, I reflect on Rick Wormeli’s article “With A.I., Let’s Keep Students’ Learning Paramount” and what it means for educators navigating AI in classrooms. I also share updates on Common Sense Media’s free ChatGPT course, Google Classroom’s new “Grade All” feature, the CoSpaces rebra…

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Dynamo AI: Trust, Safety, and Ethics in Generative AI 12:39

2M ago12:39

12:39

Dynamo AI's Eric Lin discusses the company's focus on enabling enterprises to deploy compliant and responsible generative AI. He highlights the challenges of real-world AI deployment, particularly around safety, privacy, and ethics, contrasting them with the technological advancements in model development. Lin explains Dynamo AI's role as a layer o…

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EDT120 Shantel Lott, Self-Assessment Tools, Snorkl, NotebookLM, Curipod, Knowt, and more 59:31

2M ago59:31

59:31

How can we empower students to self-assess their learning? In this episode, Shantel Lott joins me to explore tech tools and strategies that foster reflection and agency. We chat about Snorkl, NotebookLM, Curipod, Knowt, and MagicSchool’s Custom ChatBot. I also share updates on using Google Gemini with Teens, Padlet Sandbox’s new sound and visual ef…

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The Future of Work: AI, Human Potential, and the Metaverse 22:57

2M ago22:57

22:57

This YouTube transcript captures a conversation between Arun and Melissa Crawford, a future work strategist, exploring the impact of AI and other technologies on the future of work, particularly within HR. Crawford shares insights on balancing technological advancements with human considerations, emphasizing the ethical implications and unintended …

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Episode 147: The Power of Teaching APIs 40:05

2M ago40:05

40:05

In Episode 147 of Teaching Python, Sean Tibor and Kelly Schuster-Paredes focus on the importance and power of teaching APIs to coding students. They share personal stories and practical strategies for engaging students with APIs, from simple use cases to more complex projects. Join them as they discuss how to make lessons fun and relevant, leveragi…

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Nvidia GTC 2025: AI and Accelerated Computing Advancements 23:09

2M ago23:09

23:09

Nvidia's GTC 2025 was a significant event focused on the future of AI and accelerated computing. The conference highlighted advancements in next-generation GPU architectures, including Blackwell Ultra and Rubin Ultra, designed to boost AI reasoning and performance. Nvidia also introduced personal AI supercomputers like DGX Spark and DGX Station, ai…

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AI & Data Analytics - Expert View with Anita that you cant miss (ED, Melbourne Business School) 11:54

2M ago11:54

11:54

This podcast features a conversation between Arun and Anita, the Executive Director of the Centre for Business Analytics at Melbourne Business School. Anita shares her professional journey, highlighting her experience in finance and academia and what drew her to data analytics. She discusses current trends in the field, such as ethical AI deploymen…

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Slowing Down to Move Forward: AI Done Right in Schools 39:20

3M ago39:20

39:20

Nathan Holbert, Associate Professor at Teachers College, Columbia University, talks about the thoughtful integration of AI and other technologies into education. The conversation goes beyond AI’s “wow” factor to discuss how teachers, learners, and the broader school culture interact with new tools. The main thread is a call for intentionality and t…

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The Fusion of Graph Databases and AI with FalkorDB CTO Roi Lipman 14:29

3M ago14:29

14:29

This podcast features a discussion with Roi Lipman, CTO and co-founder of FalkorDB, about the intersection of graph databases and AI, particularly large language models. Lipman explains FalkorDB's origins from RedisGraph and its focus on high-performance graph technology. He highlights the resurgence of knowledge graphs for representing factual dat…

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HCL Co-Founder Arjun Malhotra on Tech Evolution and the Future of AI 11:50

3M ago11:50

11:50

This podcast captures a discussion with Arjun Malhotra, a pioneer in the Indian IT industry and co-founder of HCL. Malhotra reflects on the evolution of entrepreneurship in India, noting a significant shift from a focus on secure jobs to embracing risk-taking by the younger generation. The conversation explores similarities and differences in start…

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Navigating Finances: Savings, Investments, and Debt Management 16:29

3M ago16:29

16:29

This podcast captures a discussion focused on personal finance strategies for individuals with limited income in India. The conversation features financial expert Vivek Agrawal offering advice to show host Arun on fundamental principles like consistent saving, avoiding debt for investment, and effective budgeting using the 50/30/20 rule. They explo…

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EDT119 - Google TOS Privacy Changes, Magic Exercise Book, Screencastify, Quizizz x PhET, and more 20:14

3M ago20:14

20:14

What’s new in edtech? In this episode, I break down Google’s new parent permission requirements, an awesome Google Classroom add-on, and Screencastify’s expanded free plan. Science teachers, you’ll want to hear about PhET Simulations inside Quizizz, and we’ll discuss Common Sense Media’s latest report on AI in education. Plus, I’ll wrap up with a t…

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Beyond the Buzzwords: Delivering Real Impact in Workforce Education 32:00

3M ago32:00

32:00

Juanita Soranno, Head of Impact at Cengage and founder of Code Connect, has an insightful discussion with Laura Hakala about delivering real impact in workforce education. Drawing from her personal experience as a workforce program participant, Juanita shares how Cengage measures impact through various metrics and shares essential insights into emp…

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AI and the Future of Agriculture: An EMILI Perspective with Dr Dan Lussier 15:48

3M ago15:48

15:48

This podcast captures a discussion on artificial intelligence's role in agriculture and food. The conversation features Dr. Dan Lussier from EMILI, who explains the challenges and opportunities for technology adoption in the agricultural sector. They explore current trends in digitization and automation, highlighting specific examples of AI applica…

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AI, Music, and Shanit Ghose: An Innovator's Journey 18:51

3M ago18:51

18:51

The episode is an interview transcript featuring Shanit Ghose, an 18-year-old AI enthusiast and musician. Ghose discusses his early influences, which include science fiction and pop culture, and how these passions intersect with his AI projects. He details his work on Sur, an AI stem splitter for Indian classical music, his contributions to voice a…

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iZen.AI Founder on AI, EdTech, and Workforce Development 8:31

3M ago8:31

8:31

Laxmish Bhat, founder of iZen.AI, discusses his journey from corporate roles to establishing an EdTech company focused on workforce development. iZen.AI aims to bridge the skills gap through its cloud-based learning platform and an innovative offline device, catering to learners with limited internet access. The company offers content in emerging t…

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EDT118 Padlet TA, Pear Assessment, Quizizz, Bitly, EduShare.ing, and Talking Chips 17:33

3M ago17:33

17:33

Today on the Educational Duct Tape podcast, I’ve got five edtech updates that might impact your classroom and one educational strategy that’s new to me. I’ll start with the bad news first, which is Bitly adding ads to short links (not cool, Bitly) and then get into the good news, like a new educator-made alternative to Bitly and an AI teaching assi…

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Meta's Prasad Bhandarkar on Immersive Technologies and AR/VR Development 9:27

3M ago9:27

9:27

The podcast features a conversation with Prasad Bhandarkar, Senior director at Meta's Reality Labs, focusing on immersive technologies like AR and VR. Bhandarkar discusses the role of analytics in shaping product development by providing data-driven insights into customer behavior. He describes immersive technologies as bridging the gap in communic…

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AI Agents: The Agentic AI Future with Salesforce's Manjeet Singh 24:26

4M ago24:26

24:26

The podcast captures a conversation with Manjeet Singh, a product executive at Salesforce, discussing AI agents. He defines AI agents as software performing tasks on your behalf, differentiating them from traditional chatbots by their autonomous decision-making capabilities. Singh elaborates on the use of large language models (LLMs) as the "brains…

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India-USA Relations: Modi and Trump Joint Press Conference, 2025 8:03

4M ago8:03

8:03

Prime Minister Modi's press statement from February 13, 2025, summarizes discussions with President Trump, focusing on strengthening the India-US relationship. They aim to more than double bilateral trade and enhance cooperation in energy, defense, and technology. The leaders also emphasize collaboration in areas like AI, semiconductors, and critic…

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EDT117 Accessibility Tools with Adam Juarez and Katherine Goyette; MagicSchool, Goblin Tools, Diffit, Perplexity, SchoolAI, and more 1:09:29

4M ago1:09:29

1:09:29

How can we create more flexible, accessible, and differentiated learning experiences? In this episode, I chat with Adam Juarez and Katherine Goyette (husband and wife duo AdaKat) about tools and strategies to make learning more inclusive. We explore MagicSchool, Quizizz, Mote, Immersive Reader, Goblin Tools, MirrorTalk, Factors Education, Helperbir…

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Finarkein Analytics' Nikhil on AI & Digital Public Infrastructure 21:16

4M ago21:16

21:16

The podcast features a conversation with Nikhil, the co-founder and CEO of Finarkein Analytics, discussing AI and digital public infrastructure (DPI) in India. Nikhil shares his journey in founding Finarkein, highlighting the challenges and opportunities in accessing and utilizing financial data. He also explains Finarkein's Flux platform and how i…

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Building Better Universities: Lessons from an Innovative Model 52:04

4M ago52:04

52:04

Christine Looser, Senior Academic Director of Minerva Project, shares insights on transforming higher education through active, skills-based learning and institutional partnerships. She discusses Minerva’s innovative approach, which prioritizes "durable, transferable skills" rather than just technical knowledge. The discussion also addressed AI’s r…

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India's Union Budget 2025-26: Growth, Inclusivity, and Fiscal Prudence 14:30

4M ago14:30

14:30

All the FACTS about the Indian Union Budget with this comprehensive presentation! Learn about key announcements, tax implications, key sectors and economic forecasts. #nirmalasitharaman #viksitbharatbudget #viksitbharat2047 #IndianUnionBudget #Budget2025 #FinanceAct #EconomicSurvey #IndiaBudget #BudgetAnalysis #Presentation #financeministernirmalas…

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AI, Wellness, and the Future of Healthcare | Khalid Turk Santa Clara County's Chief Healthcare Information Technology Officer. 14:07

4M ago14:07

14:07

This YouTube interview features Khalid Turk, Santa Clara County's Chief Healthcare Information Technology Officer. Turk discusses his role in managing IT systems for a large public health system, including achieving HIMSS Stage 7 certification for its hospitals. He emphasizes the importance of contextualizing technological innovation to meet the ne…

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EDT116 - Parents & Teens' AI Awareness, Google Classroom Groups, Canva Teacher Work Kit, Pear Deck, Feedback Friday, and Unconditional Positive Regard 21:57

4M ago21:57

21:57

In today’s episode, I kick things off with a Soapbox Moment relating to a new CommonSense Media report about the gap between the AI-awareness of teens and their parents—and what that means for us as educators. Then, we’ll explore five updates! We’ve got a game-changing differentiation feature in Google Classroom, an time-saving resource in Canva’s …

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AI, NLP, and the Future of Language Technology 14:38

4M ago14:38

14:38

This episode features an interview with Professor Monojit Choudhury, a leading expert in natural language processing (NLP). The discussion centers on the challenges and ethical considerations of building large language models (LLMs), particularly concerning their impact on various languages and cultures. Professor Choudhury highlights the significa…

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EDT115 Adam Sparks Part 2 - Teaching Writing in the Age of AI, Short Answer, SchoolAI, Pear Deck, MagicSchool, Screencastify Submit 55:42

4M ago55:42

55:42

Adam Sparks is back to continue our conversation about writing instruction in the age of AI. We’re diving into even more actionable strategies, from using tools like ShortAnswer to embedding more writing across the curriculum to help students recover those lost writing reps. Plus, we tackle big-picture topics like teaching students to use AI effect…

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Episode 146: PSF Education Outreach Workgroup and the Education Summit 52:32

5M ago52:32

52:32

In episode 146 of Teaching Python, hosts Sean Tibor and Kelly Schuster Perez delve into the newly established Python Education and Outreach Work Group, featuring guests Cheuk Ting Ho and Keith Murray. The group, aimed at enhancing Python education within the community, outlines its mission to gather feedback on educational resources and support ini…

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