Higher education is in the midst of great change and transformation, and SPH Consulting Group is here to guide you. Not unexpectedly, major future-oriented institutional restructuring, including mergers, acquisitions, consolidations, corporate conversions, and closures, are increasingly common. An environment that is characterized not only by significant challenges, but also by even greater opportunities. Important and complex institutional transformations that require careful consideration ...
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At Edtech Insiders, we interview founders, investors, operators, educators, and thought leaders about the future of education technology. You’ll hear from leaders across the education technology industry and learn about all of the important edtech trends happening globally.
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Sharing the stories and insights of people involved in everyday mergers and acquisitions - from founders and brokers, to investment bankers and CPAs. Everyday M and A is hosted by the business law firm of Thorsen Legal (https://thorsenlegal.com/) and the business brokers at Texas Business Brokers (https://texasbusinessbrokers.com/)
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Sports is big business - and there is no offseason to the major moves, groundbreaking deals and culture-shifting moments happening across the world of sports. Front Office Sports Today is your daily guide on all things sports, business and culture. Join our host, Baker as he offers insightful commentary on breaking news and engages in conversations surrounding the biggest headlines, with guest appearances from athletes, executives, experts and more.
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With great power, comes great scrutiny. Every Tuesday and Friday, journalist Kara Swisher and NYU Professor Scott Galloway offer sharp, unfiltered insights into the biggest stories in tech, business, and politics. They make bold predictions, pick winners and losers, and bicker and banter like no one else. From New York Magazine and the Vox Media Podcast Network.
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Substack: https://marieduquette.substack.com/ Rev. Marie Duquette, with over 20 years of sound theological preaching, brings the Bible into current events in this podcast. FROM HER LINKED-IN PROFILE - "I've been a progressive pastor in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) for over twenty years, including leading six separate congregations in four states, each with a different emphasis. In that time I've lead a rural congregation through building a church, which included a summer ...
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We are talking all things youth soccer. From the Early ages through College. Tips on saving money and selecting the right program for your child. What you can do to help your child develop the correct way and avoid money traps. Is our system broken? Why can't we catch up with the rest of the world?
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Edgy thought-provoking posts, commentaries, and interviews by Dr. Beni Balak on today’s social economics and geopolitical issues helping decipher the misinformation propaganda inflicted on our society by today’s corporate media profiteers and their political facilitators. Dr. Balak is an economics professor at Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida. He currently teaches various courses on economics, media, and propaganda. Co-hosting the podcast with Dr. Balak, is Jesse Velez, a recently gra ...
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The Institute for the Study of Global Antisemitism and Policy (ISGAP) is committed to fighting antisemitism on the battlefield of ideas. ISGAP is dedicated to scholarly research into the origins, processes, and manifestations of global antisemitism and of other forms of prejudice, including various forms of racism, as they relate to policy in an age of globalization. On the basis of this examination of antisemitism and policy, ISGAP disseminates analytical and scholarly materials to help com ...
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Entrepreneur Inspiring Stories to Help Motivate, Build, & Grow Your Successful Business with a Master Class from Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders that tell it How It Is... Millionaire Interviews is actionable advice for the (future & present) Entrepreneur, Thought Leaders, Solopreneur, Youpreneur, and Small Business Owner. The host interviews Business Founders in the Product, Service, Real Estate, and Tech industries so they can teach you from their experience. Connect with other Listeners @ ...
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The U.S. Takes Charge of Venezuela... Now What?
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1:16:21Pivot is back! Kara is joined by Don Lemon, Stephanie Ruhle, and Brooke Hammerling to break down what’s happening in Venezuela and the global repercussions, from the “Donroe Doctrine” and Trump’s oil ambitions to Nicolás Maduro’s viral Nike outfit. Plus, how "Heated Rivalry" became a cultural phenomenon over the last few weeks, and the biggest ques…
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Why Don’t More Colleges Run Co-Op Programs?
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49:56Co-op programs are trending these days, with many colleges looking to offer students on-the-job experiences while taking classes. Jeff and Michael talk with Robert McMahan, president of Kettering University, which has a long-running co-op program for all students. He argues that more colleges could incorporate and scale the approach. But there are …
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Behind the Scenes of Global Tutoring: How EDGE Tutor Powers 50+ EdTech Companies with Henry Motte de la Motte
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50:21Send us a text Henry Motte de la Motte is the Founder and CEO of EDGE Tutor, a global tutor outsourcing company supporting over 50 leading education and training organizations. Under his leadership, EDGE Tutor has scaled to 1,000+ teachers across 30+ countries, delivering millions of live tutoring sessions with a focus on quality, reliability, and …
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Year-End Special Part 2: 2026 AI & EdTech Predictions from Google, YouTube, Reach Capital, Owl Ventures & More!
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1:35:00Send us a text In Part 2 of our year-end reflections, Alex speaks with educators, founders, investors, and platform leaders about what 2026 may bring for AI and learning at scale. 🎙️ Featuring insights from: Shantanu Sinha, Director of Education, Google for Education Katie Kurtz, Managing Director & Global Head of Youth & Learning, YouTube Amit Pat…
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MLB Lockout, ESPN-NFL Merger, Trump’s World Cup—2026 Sports Predictions
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25:34In our last show of 2025, FOS editor-in-chief Dan Roberts and senior editor Dennis Young talk through the biggest storylines to watch for in 2026, including a potential lockout in both MLB and the WNBA. They also discuss the megadeal between ESPN and the NFL that has yet to clear regulatory hurdles and could still be blocked by President Donald Tru…
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Pivot Predictions: Scott’s Big Tech Stock Pick, The Next Bailout, and President JD Vance?
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43:06Kara and Scott check their predictions track record for 2025, and make new ones for 2026. What’s Scott’s big tech stock pick? Who’s getting the next big bailout? Will President Trump make it through another year? And will lesbians be running shit? (Yes.) Watch this episode on the Pivot YouTube channel. Follow us on Instagram and Threads at …
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What Will Be the Top Sports Event of 2026?
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28:432026 has a packed sports schedule, including the Winter Olympics, FIFA men’s World Cup, World Baseball Classic, and more—plus big expectations around the Super Bowl, expanded College Football Playoff, and a potential UFC fight on the White House lawn. FOS newsletter writer Eric Fisher takes us through his expectations for the 2026 tentpoles across …
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What If School Worked Like a Video Game? Nolan Bushnell and Dr. Leah Hanes of ExoDexa Explain
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35:59Send us a text Nolan Bushnell is the founder of Atari and Chuck E. Cheese and is widely known as the father of the video game industry. Dr. Leah Hanes is the CEO of ExoDexa, co-author of the ExoDexa Manifesto, and leads the Two Bit Circus Foundation, where she has impacted over 460,000 students through game-based and project-based learning. 💡 5 Thi…
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Pablo Torre, Diana Taurasi, and More—Best Conversations from 2025
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25:54After 165 episodes in 2025, Front Office Sports Today takes you back through some of the best conversations throughout this year, from hard-hitting journalism with Pablo Torre, to dildo tossing with Diana Taurasi and plenty more. We chat with MLB Hall of Famer Ken Griffey Jr., Tony Reali from ESPN's Around the Horn, and an inside look at what to ex…
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Week in Edtech 12/17/25: Coursera–Udemy Merger Shakes Online Learning, AI Platform Wars Heat Up, Purdue Mandates AI Skills, Higher Ed Faces Consolidation, and More! Feat. Isabelle Hau of Stanford Accelerator ...
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1:11:35Send us a text Join hosts Alex Sarlin, Ben Kornell, Michael Horn and Dhawal Shah as they break down major moves in online learning, AI, and higher education shaping the end of 2025. ✨ Episode Highlights: [00:00:00] Coursera and Udemy announce a $2.5B all-stock merger forming a 175M-learner platform [00:00:30] Michael Horn on Coursera’s growing leve…
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Year-End Special Part 1: Reviewing 2025 + 2026 AI & EdTech Predictions from Reach Capital, HMH, Brisk & More!
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2:04:21Send us a text 2025 was a defining year for AI in education. From rapid adoption to rising educator confidence and growing questions about what comes next. In Part 1 of our year-end reflections and predictions, Alex Sarlin and Ben Kornell revisit their 2025 reflections and look ahead to what 2026 may bring for EdTech, AI, and the future of learning…
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ESPN RedZone, Barstool's Big Change, Michael Jordan Returns: Biggest Sports Media Stories of the Year
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28:552025 saw major shifts in the sports media and broadcasting landscapes, including ESPN acquiring NFL RedZone, the NBA returning to NBC, and Barstool Sports moving its top shows to Netflix. FOS Tuned In writers Michael McCarthy and Ryan Glasspiegel join Baker Machado to discuss the biggest changes around the media world and their winners and losers o…
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The AI Dilemma with Tristan Harris – The Prof G Pod
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1:01:30Tristan Harris, former Google design ethicist and co-founder of the Center for Humane Technology, joins Scott Galloway to explain why children have become the front line of the AI crisis. They unpack the rise of AI companions, the collapse of teen mental health, the coming job shock, and how the U.S. and China are racing toward artificial general i…
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Gambling Scandals, Trump, and NCAA Changes: How 2025 Shaped Future of Sports
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25:342025 had massive impacts on the fabric of sports, with pivotal moments around athlete gambling, President Donald Trump's unprecedented engagement with numerous teams and leagues, and the status of college athletes. FOS editor-in-chief Dan Roberts and senior editor Dennis Young join Baker Machado to discuss the biggest stories from this year and wha…
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Teaching AI to Teach: The National Tutoring Observatory’s Bold Mission with Rene Kizilcec
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43:07Send us a text Rene Kizilcec is an Associate Professor at Cornell University, where he directs the Cornell Future of Learning Lab and leads the National Tutoring Observatory. His research focuses on learning science, AI in education, and the behavioral and computational factors that shape student success. His work has appeared in Science, PNAS, and…
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College Sports 2025 Roundup and 2026 Look-Ahead
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24:522025 was the year of coaches on the move, as buyouts reached almost $200 million thanks to big-name firings like Brian Kelly and James Franklin. Not to mention Lane Kiffin's big jump to LSU and Bill Belichick's dramatic struggles in his first year with North Carolina. Meanwhile, major legislative questions loom about the employment status for colle…
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The End of Human Driving? with Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi | On With Kara Swisher
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47:12We're bringing you a special episode of On With Kara Swisher! Kara sits down with Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi to dig into how applied artificial intelligence works at scale. At Uber, AI powers everything from pricing, routing, and customer service to autonomous vehicles and sidewalk robots that deliver food. It has partnered with more than 20 autono…
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CFP Preview: Is this DeBoer’s Last Game at Alabama? | WNBA Players Vote to Authorize Strike
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24:25The College Football Playoff is finally here, as Friday night’s first round gives us a prime SEC rematch between Oklahoma and Alabama. Yet with constant rumors of him fleeing to Michigan, could this be head coach Kalen DeBoer's last game at Alabama? FOS reporter David Rumsey joins host Baker Machado to break down the first-round matchups and talk a…
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Week in Edtech 12/10/25: OpenAI’s Teacher Certifications, Kids’ Online Safety Bills, Early Literacy Declines, College Admissions Shakeups, and More! Feat. Maya Bialik of QuestionWell, Peter Nilsson of ...
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1:28:57Send us a text Join hosts Alex Sarlin, Ben Wallerstein, and Matt Tower for Week in Edtech, exploring OpenAI’s teacher certifications, kids’ online safety legislation, early literacy declines, college admissions pressures, and what remains irreplaceable in education as AI advances. ✨ Episode Highlights [00:03:00] OpenAI launches teacher certificatio…
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Personal Investment Strategies, Effective Public Policies and Should We Tax AI?
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35:55Kara and Scott take questions from listeners about how they manage their money, how to fix the American tax system, and which public policy would help the greatest number of people. Plus…all the audience suggestions for Kara’s next tattoo. Watch this episode on the Pivot YouTube channel. Follow us on Instagram and Threads at @pivotpodcastoffi…
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Explaining Kalshi’s Transfer Portal Market | More Michigan Firings Coming After Moore Scandal?
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25:13Kalshi has begun its self-certification process for launching markets around the collegiate transfer portal, and the NCAA is not happy. FOS reporter Ben Horney and editor-in-chief Dan Roberts join Baker Machado to explain how these markets will work ... if they ever get posted to begin with.Plus, FOS college sports reporter Amanda Christovich talks…
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Why Barstool Moved ‘Pardon My Take’ to Netflix | Silver: NBA Targeting Vegas and Seattle Expansion
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29:33Barstool has made the decision to move three of its largest podcasts, including Pardon My Take, off YouTube and exclusively to Netflix. Jack Settleman, founder of Snapback Sports, joins Baker Machado to break down why this makes sense from a business perspective, why it hurts from a fan perspective, and what the deal tells us about the direction of…
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Arch Manning Returns to Texas: Right Decision? | Why the NBA Cup Could Leave Las Vegas
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24:43College football enters a pivotal stretch as numerous quarterbacks hit the transfer portal, but Arch Manning is not one of them. FOS writer David Rumsey joins to assess Manning's decision to run it back with Steve Sarkisian and talk through the first weekend of the College Football Playoff.Plus, the NBA Cup reaches its season finale with Victor Wem…
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Announcing the Global EdTech Prize Winners — Live at the World Schools Summit in Abu Dhabi
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1:10:57Send us a text This special EdTech Insiders episode, recorded live at the World Schools Summit in Abu Dhabi, spotlights the Global EdTech Prize winners and finalists sharing how they’re scaling impact across K–12 learning, teacher AI workflows, and digital skills worldwide. 💡 5 Things You’ll Learn in This Episode: Abwaab’s AI-driven grading and hum…
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Brown and Bondi Beach Shootings, Trump's AI Executive Order, and Oracle Struggles
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1:02:50Kara and Scott discuss a heavy weekend of news, with shootings at Brown University and Australia's Bondi Beach, as well as the death of Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele. Then, Disney's "cease and desist" letter to Google over AI-generated content, Oracle's stock slide, and Paramount's pushback on Warner Bros. Discovery’s financing concerns. Plus, T…
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Resist or Reform? Vanderbilt’s Chancellor Speaks Out
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1:00:40Should colleges actively resist the Trump administration or find ways to engage and compromise? Vanderbilt University’s chancellor, Daniel Diermeier, has emerged as a leading example of engagement — facing a mix of cheers and jeers in the academy. Jeff and Michael talked with Diermeier about why he thinks higher education needs to change, and his a…
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What Does the End of the Chiefs Dynasty Mean for NFL? | Will Giannis Get Traded?
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25:18For the first time since 2014, the defending AFC champion Chiefs will miss the playoffs, a run that included three Super Bowl wins, two conference titles, and seven straight trips to the AFC championship game. And to make matters worse, Patrick Mahomes tore his ACL, leaving some of next season in doubt. FOS newsletter writer Eric Fisher explains ho…
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Charlie Hopkins-Brinicombe on Why Most Gamification Fails and How Trophy.so Does It Better
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47:26Send us a text Charlie Hopkins-Brinicombe is the co-founder of Trophy.so, a gamification infrastructure platform helping EdTech and wellness companies build engaging learning experiences in weeks, not months. With a background in product development and motivation design, Charlie focuses on creating scalable systems that boost retention, habit form…
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Could Dave Portnoy Help Decide Michigan’s Next Head Coach? | Can a Mentalist Beat the Sportsbooks?
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30:28In the aftermath of Sherrone Moore’s dismissal as head football coach at the University of Michigan, Barstool Sports CEO and infamous school alum Dave Portnoy has become the face of Michigan fandom, utilizing his mega-platform to discuss the scandal that has engulfed the school while pitching current Barstool employee and former NFL head coach Jon …
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Week in EdTech 12/03/25: PhysicsWallah IPO Shakes Indian EdTech, Google & OpenAI Escalate AI Race, Higher Ed Adopts AI, New AI Leaderboard Launches, and More! Feat. Andrew Carlins of Songscription and ...
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1:34:07Send us a text Join hosts Alex Sarlin and Ben Kornell as they break down the biggest shifts in global edtech. From PhysicsWallah’s major IPO to Google–OpenAI competition, higher-ed adoption of AI, and new benchmarks shaping the future of learning. ✨ Episode Highlights [00:07:00] PhysicsWallah’s IPO reshapes Indian edtech and signals renewed global …
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Disney's OpenAI Investment, Nvidia Chip Deal, and Australia’s New Social Media Ban
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1:08:24It’s Kara’s birthday! She and Scott discuss Disney’s $1 billion investment in OpenAI, the U.S. allowing Nvidia to sell chips to China, and President Trump’s continued involvement in the Warner Bros. deal. Then, the U.S. wants to review foreign visitors’ social media, Trump calls "affordability" a hoax, and Australia bans kids under 16 from social m…
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Everything We Know About the Sherrone Moore Situation
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32:01Sherrone Moore is in police custody and out of a job at Michigan after an inappropriate relationship with a staffer. Tony Garcia of the Detroit Free Press joins Front Office Sports Today live from a Michigan courthouse ahead of Moore's arraignment, answering all of our questions and sifting through some of the misinformation going around social med…
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MLB Hot Stove Check-In With ESPN's Paul Hembekides | Notre Dame’s Press Tour Is Killing CFP Case
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28:47The MLB offseason is rapidly heating up, with numerous key free-agent moves this week, including Pete Alonso and Edwin Díaz leaving the Mets. ESPN's Paul Hembekides joins the show to explain how the Dodgers have likely already won the offseason, and how they could be in the mix for Kyle Tucker and/or Tarik Skubal in the coming weeks. Plus, FOS edit…
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Turning Trusted Books into Personal Learning Agents with Aibrary
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54:20Send us a text Frank Wu is the Co-founder of Aibrary and a Harvard Kennedy School MPP graduate. He led 20+ edtech and AI investments at TAL, helped build Think Academy in the U.S., and previously taught 3M+ students. Susan Wang is the Chief Growth Officer at Aibrary and a Yale and Harvard Business School alum. She led creator and product operations…
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The Complicated Relationship of CFB and Media Partners | Ken Goldin on Sports Collectibles Craze
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32:43Notre Dame went scorched earth after missing the 2026 College Football Playoff, slamming the selection committee, the ACC, and ESPN in light of the Irish's snub. FOS writers Michael McCarthy and Eric Fisher join to explain what could happen as a result of Notre Dame's tirade and how the school can use its independent status to retaliate. Plus, coll…
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Paramount's Hostile Bid, Elon's EU Threat, and Meta's Metaverse Cuts
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1:06:40Kara and Scott break down Paramount’s hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery after losing out to Netflix — and what the power struggle means for Hollywood. Then, Elon Musk calls for the European Union to be abolished after X is slapped with a major fine. Plus, Meta pulls back on its Metaverse ambitions, and The New York Times sues Perplexity.Watch …
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Takeaways from 2025 and Predictions for Next Year
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45:02As the year comes to a close, Jeff and Michael step back to review some themes from recent episodes. They home in on how to build innovative campus cultures, and how colleges can respond to AI. And they look ahead, offering predictions for higher ed for 2026. This episode is made with support from Ascendium Education Group, Adobe, and Butler Univer…
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College Football Playoff Chaos: Is the System Already Broken?
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32:07The first official 12-team College Football Playoff field is set. College football analyst Ben Stevens joins to evaluate the committee's selections and Notre Dame's controversial decision to opt out of its bowl game after missing the College Football Playoff, which could become more normalized in the era of playoff expansion.Plus, FOS editor-in-chi…
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The Rise of AI Companions: What Parents and Educators Need to Know with Dr. Sonia Tiwari
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53:50Send us a text Dr. Sonia Tiwari is a Children's Media Researcher focused on how characters shape learning experiences. With a background spanning animation, game design, and a PhD in Learning Design & Technology, she advises edtech and media companies on ethical, developmentally aligned character design. Her work has been featured at Stanford, Harv…
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Podcast 7 of 7 Leading Existential Change in Higher Ed
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20:55In this 7th and final podcast episode, Dr. Ricardo Azziz addresses this set of questions regarding leading existential change in higher education. 1. We have talked about the 7 competencies for higher education leaders from the book. What are some other common challenges, BSC (Big Scary Change) leaders can expect.? 2. You note on page 293 that ther…
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Tom Brady’s Backup Brian Hoyer Explains Patriots’ Secret Sauce | Inside CFB Conference Championship Weekend
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17:16The Patriots are the best team in the NFL this year with an 11–2 record, returning to familiar territory at the top of the league. Former Pats quarterback and Tom Brady backup Brian Hoyer joins Baker Machado to put this new success into context and explain the mentality behind New England’s magic on the field. He also discusses the Pat Fitzgerald e…
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Netflix Just Acquired Warner Bros. Discovery - What Does That Mean for Sports?
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14:28Netflix has reached an $82.7 billion agreement to buy Warner Bros. Discovery, the parent company of TNT Sports, beating out bids from Paramount and Comcast. FOS newsletter writer Eric Fisher and editor-in-chief Dan Roberts join to explain the parameters of this deal and what it signifies about Netflix's sports ambitions, as this latest deal does no…
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Anthropic IPO Chatter, Bitcoin's Turbulent Week, and Kara Gets Caught in a Scandal
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57:54First up: Oprah loves Scott, and Kara comments on her role in the Nuzzi-Lizza-RFK Jr drama. Then, they react to reports that Anthropic is eyeing an IPO, and Sam Altman declaring a “code red” at OpenAI. Plus, what it means that Netflix has sweetened its bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, and Scott’s coming around on Bitcoin. Stay tuned for predictions …
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Which Teams Could Actually Trade for Giannis? | Inside the Combat Sports Rights Arms Race
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30:21Giannis Antetokounmpo is reportedly reevaluating his future with the Bucks and has expressed interest in joining the Knicks. But does New York have the assets and financial flexibility to pull this off? Keith Smith of Spotrac joins Baker Machado to assess. He also talks through the Clippers' impending roster decision with Chris Paul after their ugl…
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Inside the Rise of Prediction Markets | Chris Paul’s Clippers Exit
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25:34Prediction markets are suddenly everywhere, and Baker Machado sits down with Dan Roberts to break down why platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi are exploding. With huge valuations, bold marketing tactics, and league partnerships, these companies are reshaping how fans interact with sports outcomes, political events, and cultural moments. Plus, the …
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Lane Kiffin’s LSU Move & The New Fencing League Changing an Old Sport
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25:45FOS reporter Amanda Christovich discusses Lane Kiffin’s introduction at LSU, which has sent ripples through the SEC, and his emotional press conference raised new questions about loyalty, timing, and how powerhouse programs shape the future of college football. As debates swirl around agent influence, contract negotiations, and fan reactions, it is…
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Holiday Spending Surge, Fed Chair Future, and Melania's Production Company
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1:03:13Kara and Scott break down the post-Thanksgiving spending surge, as shoppers set new records online and in stores. Then, tech bros rush to the defense of Trump's AI and Crypto czar David Sacks after a New York Times article calls out conflicts of interest. Plus, speculation heats about the next Fed Chair, and Melania launches a production company. W…
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How Kiffin’s LSU Jump Impacts the CFB Landscape | Inside the WNBA’s Second CBA Extension
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26:28Lane Kiffin's $91 million coaching move from Ole Miss to LSU has profound effects on the entire college football landscape, even outside of the SEC's power shift. FOS newsletter writer David Rumsey and college sports reporter Amanda Christovich join Baker Machado to talk through Kiffin's big decision from all angles and evaluate the changing coachi…
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Teaching Lab Studio: Co-Designing AI Tools with Educators
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57:06Send us a text Dr. Sarah Johnson is the CEO and President of Teaching Lab and Relay Graduate School of Education, leading their AI-enabled product innovation and educator preparation initiatives. She is joined by Teaching Lab Studio fellows: Riz Malik, creator of Coteach, a curriculum-aligned AI assistant for math teachers; Gautam Thapar, CEO of En…
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Leading Existential Change in Higher Ed: mergers, closures and other major institutional restructuring Podcast 6 of 7
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19:59Leading Existential Change in Higher Ed: mergers, closures and other major institutional restructuring. This is the 6th in a series of 7 podcasts reviweing this book. In this podcast, Dr. Ricardo Azziz discusses the topic of: Achieving BSC leadership: • Facing resistance and opposition • Athletics Here are the questions he answers. 1. Northeastern …
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