Best Ai Tutoring Tools Podcasts (2025)

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Responsibility Isn’t a Sticker Chart 30:58

1d ago30:58

30:58

🧠 Raise kids who own their choices—without nagging, rescuing, or reminders. This episode shows how to build real responsibility in your home and why the secret is starting before they’re ready. 🔗 Links & How to Support Unschooled Unleashed Synthesis Tutor: https://www.synthesis.com/tutor SAVE: Get 20% off of Synthesis Tutor - the savings helps redu…

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Coach or Crutch?: Using AI to hone self regulation (not outsource it) 30:43

7d ago30:43

30:43

In this episode, Libby and Owen talk to Sanna Järvelä and Inge Molenaar, two of the world’s leading scholars on self‑regulated learning (SRL). Together they cover SRL 101: what self-regulated learning is and why it is a valuable skill. Self-regulated learning is students setting their own goals and then monitoring their learning to achieve those go…

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Stop Teaching Math the Old Way—Start Doing This Instead 37:29

8d ago37:29

37:29

🧠 Math isn't about computation anymore—it's about thinking, innovating, and unlocking creativity in a world where AI does the calculating. Here’s how to raise math thinkers, not just number writers. 🔗 Links & How to Support Unschooled Unleashed Synthesis Tutor: https://www.synthesis.com/tutor SAVE: Get 20% off of Synthesis Tutor - the savings helps…

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How Self-Teaching Crushes the Old System 22:33

15d ago22:33

22:33

💫 Discover the secret weapon hidden inside unschooling: less time, less pressure, and smarter, stronger kids who own their learning—and their future. 🔗 Links & How to Support Unschooled Unleashed Synthesis Tutor: https://www.synthesis.com/tutor SAVE: Get 20% off of Synthesis Tutor - the savings helps reduce the cost of my child's subscription by cl…

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A1 sauce for all: Reflections from SXSW and ASUGSV 14:54

21d ago14:54

14:54

This week Owen and Libby reflect on two recent EdTech conferences in the US: SXSW Edu in March and ASUGSV in April. They discuss how much things have shifted for US education over this short time period, and three themes that stood out to them both: AI literacy, transformation versus efficiency, and the disruptive potential of AI for education. Joi…

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Break the System Before It Breaks Your Kid 30:24

23d ago30:24

30:24

🔥 Unschooling isn’t just for rebels—it’s for leaders. If you're done outsourcing your kid's future to failing systems, this episode shows you how to take command and create something radically better. 🔗 Links & How to Support Unschooled Unleashed Synthesis Tutor: https://www.synthesis.com/tutor SAVE: Get 20% off of Synthesis Tutor - the savings hel…

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Press Play to Learn | How We Use Tech in Our Intentional Unschooling Journey 37:21

1M ago37:21

37:21

⚙️ Technology is not a distraction—it’s a powerful tool when used with intention. By aligning tech use with our kids’ interests, we’re unlocking their potential, preparing them for the future, and making learning something they actually look forward to. 🔗 Links & How to Support Unschooled Unleashed Synthesis Tutor: https://www.synthesis.com/tutor S…

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You’ve Got the Time & Patience. You Just Don’t Know It Yet 32:47

1M ago32:47

32:47

🚫 You don’t need more time or perfect patience to home educate—you need honesty, clarity, and the courage to put your kids first. 🔗 Links & How to Support Unschooled Unleashed Synthesis Tutor: https://www.synthesis.com/tutor SAVE: Get 20% off of Synthesis Tutor - the savings helps reduce the cost of my child's subscription by clicking the link abov…

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The Minimum Effective Dose of Learning 25:40

1M ago25:40

25:40

🧠 What if doing less could teach you more? Discover how the Minimum Effective Dose can help you and your kids learn smarter, faster, and with way more joy. 🔗 Links & How to Support Unschooled Unleashed Synthesis Tutor: https://www.synthesis.com/tutor SAVE: Get 20% off of Synthesis Tutor - the savings helps reduce the cost of my child's subscription…

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Mimicry versus meaning: why context is important for AI tools 22:06

2M ago22:06

22:06

Another live Ed-Technical episode! In this short, Owen does a deep dive on AI and discourse analysis (the study of how meaning is constructed through language) with three experts. The conversation explores the intersection between AI, particularly Large Language Models (LLMs), and the study of discourse. This is a topical conversation as LLM capabi…

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Two Hours to Thrive | Home Education for Busy Parents 37:44

2M ago37:44

37:44

🧩 What if two hours a day was all you needed to raise curious, capable kids? Discover the simple, efficient hacks busy parents can use to create powerful learning at home—without a curriculum or burnout. 🔗 Links & How to Support Unschooled Unleashed Synthesis Tutor: https://www.synthesis.com/tutor SAVE: Get 20% off of Synthesis Tutor - the savings …

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Episode 147: The Power of Teaching APIs 40:05

2M ago40:05

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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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Cracking the Code of Math | Making It Fun, Fast, & Unforgettable 34:09

2M ago34:09

34:09

🧠 Rethink math with a bold approach—where confidence builds fast, repetition works better when spread out, and learning flows naturally from your child’s interests. 🔗 Links Synthesis Tutor: https://www.synthesis.com/tutor Synthesis Teams: https://www.synthesis.com/teams SAVE: Get 20% off of Synthesis Tutor & the savings helps reduce the cost of my …

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Live from SXSW EDU: Evidence Eats AI for Breakfast 31:21

2M ago31:21

31:21

Everyone is talking about AI’s power to provide answers, but what about your lingering questions? What does the latest research actually tell us? Join Libby and Owen for this live session from SXSW EDU as they delve into the latest research to uncover where AI is truly adding value in the educational landscape — and where it falls short. They’re jo…

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Math & Teamwork on Autopilot | How We Use Synthesis Teams & Tutor 27:14

2M ago27:14

27:14

🚀 Learn how to effortlessly integrate Synthesis Tutor and Teams into your busy family life, fostering self-directed, motivated, and independent learners. 🔗 Links Synthesis Tutor: https://www.synthesis.com/tutor Synthesis Teams: https://www.synthesis.com/teams SAVE: Get 20% off of Synthesis Tutor & the savings helps reduce the cost of my child's sub…

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181 Papers Later: What We Know (and Don't) About GenAI in Schools 15:42

3M ago15:42

15:42

In this episode, Owen and Libby chat with Chris Agnew about Stanford's new generative AI hub for education. Chris leads this initiative within Stanford's SCALE program, which aims to be a trusted source for education system leaders on what works in AI and learning. Chris walks us through their research repository of 181 papers examining AI's impact…

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Unschooling Realities | Finding What Works 33:53

3M ago33:53

33:53

✅❌ Witness how everyday wins and hiccups become stepping stones in our unschooling journey, proving that real growth emerges from curiosity, creativity, and a dash of unpredictability. 🔥🔥🔥 HOMESCHOOL RESCUE: Unschooled Unleashed's signature coaching program. 🚨 Exploring Unschooling? New to Homeschooling or trying to blend the two? 🌟 Our commitment …

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Kids Don’t Need School to Be Prepared for Life 35:03

3M ago35:03

35:03

🌱 Discover why real-world readiness has little to do with classrooms, and how unschooling genuinely equips children to thrive in adulthood. 🔥🔥🔥 HOMESCHOOL RESCUE: Unschooled Unleashed's signature coaching program. 🚨 Exploring Unschooling? New to Homeschooling or trying to blend the two? 🌟 Our commitment at Homeschool Rescue is to help parents: 💪 Ho…

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#9 Empowering Learners: How AI Tutors Are Changing Education | Unfiltered by EmpowerED 40:58

3M ago40:58

40:58

In this episode of Unfiltered by EmpowerED, Caroline talks with Kim and Patrick from Activate Learning about how they’re using AI to transform education. From creating custom AI tools like tutors and feedback assistants to ensuring ethical and secure practices, they share the steps they’ve taken to enhance both teaching and learning. Kim and Patric…

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Is two years of learning possible in six weeks with AI? 8:43

3M ago8:43

8:43

In this short, Owen and Libby discuss a recent World Bank blog post about a study in Nigeria that evaluated the impact of Microsoft Copilot (powered by ChatGPT) on student learning outcomes. In a six-week after school programme, students were supported to use Copilot. The full study hasn’t been published yet but the blog post reports “overwhelmingl…

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Education 2.0 | The Unschooling Mindset Shift 29:24

3M ago29:24

29:24

🚀 Unlock a new way of thinking about education with unschooling! Learn how this mindset shift can help you rethink everything from your child’s learning to your role as a parent and beyond. 🔥🔥🔥 HOMESCHOOL RESCUE: Unschooled Unleashed's signature coaching program. 🚨 Exploring Unschooling? New to Homeschooling or trying to blend the two? 🌟 Our commit…

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Ask, Don't Tell | Cultivating Critical Thinkers at Home 29:41

3M ago29:41

29:41

❓ Discover how fostering a questioning mindset in your children can spark their curiosity, build critical thinking skills, and prepare them for lifelong learning. 🔥🔥🔥 HOMESCHOOL RESCUE: Unschooled Unleashed's signature coaching program. 🚨 Exploring Unschooling? New to Homeschooling or trying to blend the two? 🌟 Our commitment at Homeschool Rescue i…

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Babies & AI: what can AI tell us about how babies learn language? 35:00

4M ago35:00

35:00

In this episode, Libby and Owen interview Mike Frank, Professor at Stanford University and leading expert in child development. This episode has a different angle to the others, as it is more about AI as a scientific instrument rather than as a tool for learning. Libby and Owen have a fascinating discussion with Mike about language acquisition and …

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The Role of Curriculum in Intentional Unschooling 35:54

4M ago35:54

35:54

🌱 Explore how curriculum fits into intentional unschooling without forcing kids to learn, and discover how timing and interest make all the difference. 🔥🔥🔥 HOMESCHOOL RESCUE: Unschooled Unleashed's signature coaching program. 🚨 Exploring Unschooling? New to Homeschooling or trying to blend the two? 🌟 Our commitment at Homeschool Rescue is to help p…

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

4M 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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Teach Math the Easy Way (And Keep Your Sanity) 33:02

4M ago33:02

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🧮 Reimagine how children learn math by focusing on short, efficient, and engaging sessions that build confidence, eliminate boredom, and accelerate mastery through intentional, progressive repetition. 🔥🔥🔥 HOMESCHOOL RESCUE: Unschooled Unleashed's signature coaching program. 🚨 Exploring Unschooling? New to Homeschooling or trying to blend the two? 🌟…

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Teachers & ChatGPT: 25.3 extra minutes a week 10:55

4M ago10:55

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In this short, Libby and Owen discuss a hot-off-the-press study that is one of the first to test how ChatGPT impacts the time science teachers spend on lesson preparation. The TLDR is that teachers who used ChatGPT, with a guide, spent 31% less time preparing lessons - that’s 25.3 minutes per week on average. This very promising result points to th…

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Episode 145: The Bigger Picture of Teaching Python 1:02:14

4M ago1:02:14

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In episode 145 of Teaching Python, Sean Tibor and Kelly Schuster-Paredes celebrate their six-year podcast anniversary and discuss the shifts within computer science education and the growing influence of AI. They both reflect on the podcast’s journey, their experiences with Blue Sky, and the milestone of over 500,000 downloads. The conversation del…

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Unschooling with Intention in the New Year 29:46

4M ago29:46

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✨ Start your year with renewed energy and purpose—discover how to create an intentional unschooling journey filled with curiosity, growth, and meaningful family traditions! 🔥🔥🔥 HOMESCHOOL RESCUE: Unschooled Unleashed's signature coaching program. 🚨 Exploring Unschooling? New to Homeschooling or trying to blend the two? 🌟 Our commitment at Homeschoo…

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Episode 144: Python in Africa with Kudzayi Bamhare 53:18

4M ago53:18

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In episode 144 of Teaching Python, hosts Sean Tibor and Kelly Schuster-Paredes are joined by special guest Kudzayi Bamhare from Zimbabwe. They dive into the important topic of Python education as a driver of innovation in Africa, focusing specifically on the challenges and opportunities in Zimbabwe. The conversation covers how coding communities ar…

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Start the New Year Right | Unlocking Your Family’s Potential with Intentional Unschooling 35:06

5M ago35:06

35:06

🗝️ Want to make 2024 your family’s best year yet? Discover how intentional unschooling can unlock your child’s potential, turn everyday moments into learning adventures, and bring freedom to your home! 🔥🔥🔥 HOMESCHOOL RESCUE: Unschooled Unleashed's signature coaching program. 🚨 Exploring Unschooling? New to Homeschooling or trying to blend the two? …

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Episode 143: Computational Thinking 2.0 with Dr. John Chapin 55:59

5M ago55:59

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In Episode 143 of Teaching Python, hosts Sean Tibor and Kelly Schuster-Paredes engage in a compelling conversation with Dr. John Chapin, a renowned computer science educator and presenter at CSTA. As the CS Pathway Leader at the Academies of Loudoun, Dr. Chapin brings over a decade of experience in primary and secondary education, creating and impl…

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The Downside of Public School Socialization | What Are Our Kids Really Learning? 31:18

5M ago31:18

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🚸 Public schools are often praised for socialization, but what kind of social lessons are kids actually learning there? Today, we’re unpacking the hidden downsides and why unschooling offers a healthier alternative. 🔥🔥🔥 HOMESCHOOL RESCUE: Unschooled Unleashed's signature coaching program. 🚨 Exploring Unschooling? New to Homeschooling or trying to b…

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Episode 142: Middle School Magic: Integrating AI, Data Science, and Computational Thinking with Kelly Powers 1:00:01

5M ago1:00:01

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In Episode 142 of Teaching Python, hosts Sean Tibor and Kelly Schuster-Paredes are joined by Kelly Powers, a fellow middle school educator and curriculum designer, to explore the dynamic world of middle school instruction. As a passionate advocate for computational thinking, Powers shares valuable insights on introducing students to the concepts of…

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Raising Responsible Kids Who Own Their Choices 41:24

5M ago41:24

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🛠️ Today we discuss how to raise confident, resilient kids who take ownership of their actions, embrace mistakes as growth opportunities, and build lifelong accountability—without blame or shame. 🔥🔥🔥 HOMESCHOOL RESCUE: Unschooled Unleashed's signature coaching program. 🚨 Exploring Unschooling? New to Homeschooling or trying to blend the two? 🌟 Our …

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How & why did Google build an education specific LLM? (part 2/3) 38:22

5M ago38:22

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This episode is the second in our three-part mini-series with Google, where we find out how one of the world’s largest tech companies developed a family of large language models specifically for education, called LearnLM. This instalment focuses on the technical and conceptual groundwork behind LearnLM. Libby and Owen speak to three expert guests f…

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Episode 141: Unlocking Python Expertise with Trey Hunner 51:32

5M ago51:32

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Join hosts Kelly Schuster-Paredes and Sean Tibor as they welcome esteemed Python expert Trey Hunner to the show. This episode is a delightful mix of practical insights, engaging stories, and thought-provoking discussions about Python and teaching. Trey shares his experiences with listeners, starting with his recent venture into launching a 10-week …

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The Unschooling Balancing Act | Juggling Work, Life, and Learning 39:17

5M ago39:17

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⏳ Balancing unschooling, work, and personal life can feel overwhelming, but with intentional strategies, we can create a rhythm that works for everyone. 🔥🔥🔥 HOMESCHOOL RESCUE: Unschooled Unleashed's signature coaching program. 🚨 Exploring Unschooling? New to Homeschooling or trying to blend the two? 🌟 Our commitment at Homeschool Rescue is to help …

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#8 From Classroom to Action: The Power of Student Activism in Learning | Unfiltered by EmpowerED 1:00:47

5M ago1:00:47

1:00:47

In this episode of Unfiltered by EmpowerED, we speak with two dynamic alumni from the University of Dundee, Lily Meller and Hedda Scharffenberger. Together, they share their transformative experiences participating in a Human Rights Advocacy Internship module that combined academic rigour with real-world activism. Lily and Hedda discuss the power o…

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AI tutoring part 2: How good can it get? 21:26

5M ago21:26

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In this episode, Owen and Libby chat about AI tutoring with guests, Ben Kornell, Managing Partner at Common Sense Growth Fund, and Alex Sarlin, a veteran in the edtech industry. Both co-founded Edtech Insiders, a leading newsletter and podcast covering the growing Edtech industry. Ben and Alex differentiate between AI-powered search and true AI tut…

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The Future Belongs to Unschoolers-Here’s Why 38:28

5M ago38:28

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🌟 Discover how unschooling empowers kids with the adaptability, creativity, and real-world skills they need to thrive in an unpredictable, tech-driven future. 🔥🔥🔥 HOMESCHOOL RESCUE: Unschooled Unleashed's signature coaching program. 🚨 Exploring Unschooling? New to Homeschooling or trying to blend the two? 🌟 Our commitment at Homeschool Rescue is to…

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Episode 140: Girls Programming Network with Renee Noble 1:00:54

5M ago1:00:54

1:00:54

In this episode of Teaching Python, Sean and Kelly are joined by Renee Noble, a dynamic Microsoft Cloud Advocate and CEO of a nonprofit dedicated to helping women and gender-diverse individuals learn to code. The discussion delves into Renee's inspiring journey from chemical engineering to tech advocacy, her role in the Girls Programming Network (G…

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