In this episode, Shanti realizes she has developed a new adult fear, while Antoinette catches up on her shows and shares an unpopular opinion. For politics, we discuss the possible murder of the Pope, the continued complications of the nation's student loan crisis and Trump wanting more women to have babies as the world's population declines. For p…

In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, Rhea Kelly delves into the latest in higher education technology. Highlights include the launch of Complete College America's CLIMB initiative for data-driven student success, Anthropic's tools for uncovering the reasoning in AI language models, and Microsoft's new AI feature for Copilot …

In this episode, we flow freely, no outline! It is a free form, anything goes kind of episode, aka The Crash Out... We talk astrology, sperm science, Lizzo, Ryan Coogler, Lil Wayne's comments on future Super Bowls, and how much can change in a year. Join us... Contact Us: Hotline: (215) 948-2780 Email: [email protected] Patreon: www.patre…

In this episode, Shanti has a Mother's Day photoshoot while Antoinette parties in Philadelphia. For politics, we discuss firings that may affect the nation's social security, and the normalization of abuse against black and brown bodies which is dulling the urgency for political activism and community support in regards to the recent unlawful depor…

In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, Rhea Kelly highlights the latest in higher education technology. The University of Michigan's Ross School of Business introduces a virtual teaching assistant powered by Google's Gemini AI models, set to enhance student engagement. The University of Illinois System is teaming up with One M…

In this episode, Shanti sits with Dr. Raquel Martin to discuss accountability. Together we explore what does accountability really look like? Inspired by recent events in her own life Shanti asks if we can't handle accountability in our personal lives, how can we begin to perform it collectively? Join us... To learn more about Dr. Raquel Martin, Go…

In this episode, Shanti explains why she has been crying happy tears lately while Antoinette mourns the gentrification of Bedstuy. For pop culture, we discuss the recent SAVE Act, its potential impact on voter suppression, and the stark narrative differences from different news channels. For pop culture, we discuss Keri Hilson's recent comments abo…

In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, Rhea Kelly discusses the exponential rise in AI adoption as highlighted by Stanford's 2025 AI index. Key points include the surge in business integration of AI, enterprise deployment of autonomous AI agents per SnapLogic's report, and Microsoft's updates to its Copilot platform, aiming fo…

In this episode, Shanti finds the best potato chip curation in Philly while Antoinette learns something new about skin car. After listening to caller voicemails, we discuss what healthy practices of support and boundaries look like in our friendships. Do we find ourselves emotionally dumping on our friends? Do we find ourselves constantly holding s…

For this episode, Shanti considers cutting her hair, while Antoinette remembers Val Kilmer and his impact on her childhood. For politics, we discuss Elon Musk's recent attempt and failure at using his money to influence elections, as well as Cory Booker's historic 25-hour speech in the Senate. We attempt to understand the reasoning behind Booker's …

In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, host Rhea Kelly highlights top stories in education technology, including Anthropic's launch of Claude for Education and Microsoft's Security Copilot enhancement with 11 AI-powered security agents. Additionally, the Digital Education Council's comprehensive AI literacy framework aims to e…

In this episode, Antoinette enjoys a morning of self-care while Shanti reaches a milestone in motherhood. After listening to caller voicemails, together we explore the contrasting approaches to greatness focusing on actors Jeremy Strong and Kieran Culkin. We discuss how the pursuit of reaching our highest potential can make others uncomfortable, as…

In this episode, Shanti considers quitting therapy, while Antoinette advocates for herself at work. For politics, we discuss the recent security breach involving the National Security Advisor, the cultural impact of government cuts, and the alarming trend of immigration enforcement targeting outspoken students. For pop culture, Antoinette explains …

In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, Rhea Kelly highlights key advancements in education technology and the tech industry. Learn about Study Fetch's new AI-powered tool, Imagine Explainers, for generating educational videos. Discover Google's significant acquisition of cloud security startup Wiz for $32 billion and its integ…

In this episode of the Campus Technology Insider Podcast, Editor-in-Chief Rhea Kelly speaks with Jay James, senior cybersecurity operations lead at Auburn University, and Corey Lee, CTO for Security at Microsoft. They discuss the critical shortage of cybersecurity talent in higher education and explore how Auburn University's Security Operations Ce…

Our beloved Antoinette is back! Together, we share another completely unscripted crash out episode. We discuss Sherri Shepherd and Nia Long's recent beef, siblings we could do without in Hollywood, Ant shares her take on the Breakfast Club, Shanti attempts to freestyle, and we end with a deep theological question - Is Jesus our father or our brothe…

In this episode, Antoinette is sick so Shanti is joined by Marquis Richards and Elijah Rhea. Together, we have a lively discussion about the complexities of immigration narratives, the historical context of immigration policies, and the fear surrounding activism. For pop culture, we respond to Anthony Mackie's recent comments on his approach to rai…

In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, host Rhea Kelly brings updates on Western Governors University joining the Open edX project as a mission-aligned organization, contributing to its development. The podcast also highlights 1EdTech Consortium's six key steps for successful microcredential programs. Plus, learn about Google'…

In this episode, Antoinette is inspired by the NFL draft to create her own version: The Black Draft. We compete to select the strongest combinations of Blackness under the categories of "Blackest Movies, Albums, and Influential Figures of All Time to name a few. Who do you think won? Who did we miss? Join us... Contact Us: Hotline: (215) 948-2780 E…

In this episode, Shanti wishes she was a vegetarian while Antoinette prepares for a surprise birthday party. Together, we discuss the current state of education in the U.S as it faces a cut to half of its employees. We delve into the disparities in funding and school resources and how this disparity may increase if the department is eradicated. We …

In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, Rhea Kelly highlights noteworthy advancements in education technology. Learn about Mistral AI's new optical character recognition API with high accuracy and advanced features, the merger of Gravyty with Ivy.ai and Ocelot to enhance student and alumni engagement, and Cal Poly Pomona's part…

In this episode, we start with pimple popping, what we have been watching, and fighting PMS with community. For our main topic, Antoinette leads an exploration of the complexities of political correctness and its impact on authenticity. We discuss personal experiences with feeling constrained by social expectations. We discuss the balance between b…

For this episode, Shanti tries to understand the difference between rewards and treats in her life, while Antoinette escapes into "white people saving the world". For politics we talk tariffs, the U.S. stance on Ukraine and Russia, and the political dynamics surrounding recent events, including Zelensky's meeting with Trump and the State of the Uni…

In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, Rhea Kelly discusses the unveiling of Turnitin Clarity, a new AI-assisted writing tool for students, the launch of OpenAI's advanced AI model GPT-4.5, and IBM's strategic acquisition of DataStax to enhance its AI-driven data management capabilities. Stay tuned for more updates on educatio…

This episode explores the complexities of womanhood and identity, focusing on our experiences of being raised by white mothers. We reflect on our childhoods and discuss the influence our mothers had on our perceptions of beauty, relationships and sense of responsibility. We highlight the importance of understanding and communication between parents…

For this episode, Shanti questions Spike Lee's film making decisions while Antoinette battles an ongoing cold and develops a new obsession for a pop star. For politics, we discuss the many moving parts of politics at this moment, highlighting ICE deportations, Palestine, the influence of Andrew Tate, the implications of a measles outbreak, and disc…

In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, host Rhea Kelly presents the latest stories in education technology. Highlights include Penn State's collaboration with IBM to launch MyResource, an AI virtual assistant for student services, and Microsoft's unveiling of its first quantum chip, the Majorana 1. Additionally, a Carnegie Mel…

In this episode of the Campus Technology Insider podcast, host Rhea Kelly, editor in chief of Campus Technology, discusses the Educause 2025 AI Landscape Study with Senior Researcher Jenay Robert. They delve into the study's history, methodology, and key findings, including shifts in attitudes towards AI, policy impacts, and the emerging digital di…

In this episode, Antoinette goes to a modern art museum and doesn't like the art, while Shanti thinks human existence is the equivalent of surviving a plane crash. After listening to voicemails, we talk with Maurice Mitchell, the National Director of the Working Families Party. Together, we discuss the need for a third political party that truly re…

In this episode, Shanti is touched by the spiritual journey of an angler fish while Antoinette pushes her nail tech to his highest artistic potential. For politics, we discuss the recent crisis in aviation, the impact of mass terminations of federal workers, recent changes in education policy regarding race, and the somewhat radical health policy r…

In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, Rhea Kelly highlights key developments in higher education technology. Key stories include Education Design Lab's initiative to revamp programs at five community colleges, the National Science Foundation seeking public input for a national AI action plan, and Purdue University's implement…

What happens when two best friends record a podcast inebriated? In this episode, Antoinette and Shanti crash out. Using the questions and prompts from our listeners, we follow a completely unscripted, unstructured episode. Together, we get carried away on topics such as what we would do if we swapped genders, which canceled artists we are still loy…

In this episode Antoinette and Shanti celebrate the Eagles' Super Bowl victory! We discuss the team's performance, the strategic decisions made, and the cultural significance of the win. For our Black History highlight, Shanti shares the legacy of Dr. Frances Cress-Welsing. For politics, we discuss concerns about Trump's political maneuvers and leg…

In this episode of Campus Technology Insider Podcast Shorts, Rhea Kelly covers the latest advancements in education technology and AI. Highlights include OpenAI's new research feature for ChatGPT, which offers autonomous web browsing and report generation for professionals, and the release of HECVAT 4 by Educause, an upgraded toolkit for assessing …

In this episode, Shanti discovers Raising Caine's Chicken Fingers on a dark, cold night while Antoinette pays her condolences to Irv Gotti. We focus on our main topic after listening to very insightful listener voicemails about US farming and biracial coupling. Shanti poses the question: is modern mating in direct conflict with how we are biologica…

In this episode, Antoinette and Shanti share their recent experiences at New York theaters thanks to The Culture LP. For politics, we discuss the implications of Trump's statements on Gaza, Elon Musk's influence on the government, and the impact of USAID on global relations. For pop culture, we share our Super Bowl plans, Onijah in Pakistan, and th…

This week on CampusTechnology.com: California State University Launches Systemwide ChatGPT Edu Deployment AWS, Microsoft, Google, Others Make DeepSeek-R1 AI Model Available on Their Platforms Microsoft Introduces Copilot Chat Agents for Education Campus Technology Insider Shorts are curated by humans and narrated by AI.…

In this episode, Shanti deepens her love of Bad Bunny and Puerto Rico while Antoinette shares another musical gem with the people. For our main topic, Antoinette kicks off Black History Month, celebrating the life of Dr. Martin Luther King. The conversation explores the political weaponization of King's teachings in an attempt to soften his radical…

In this episode, Shanti realizes she is the mother of an angsty teenager while Antoinette continues to celebrate the Eagles going to the Super Bowl. For Black History Month, Shanti highlights the complicated legacy of Lucy Parsons. This week we merge pop culture with politics and discuss the recent DEI rollback decisions made by major corporations.…

This week on CampusTechnology.com: Chinese Startup DeepSeek Disrupts AI Market OpenAI Unveils 'Operator' AI for Performing Web Tasks Google to Invest $1 Billion in AI Startup Anthropic Campus Technology Insider Shorts are curated by humans and narrated by AI.

In this week's reflective episode, we start the episode off in finest English accents! We get serious with our main topic which is inspired by the teachings of Dr. Joe Dispenza. Together, we talk about the science of neuroplasticity which is the brain's ability to change and adapt throughout life. We discuss how our thoughts, emotions, and behavior…

What's the state of artificial intelligence in education for 2025? It's all over the place, according to Ryan Lufkin, VP of global academic strategy at Instructure. While innovative adopters are experimenting with ways to help students engage with AI tools, others may be stuck in the idea of AI as an avenue for plagiarism and cheating. And while it…

In this episode, Shanti gets closer to mastering fried chicken while Antoinette considers a monthly crash-out episode for the people. For politics, we discuss the barrage of executive orders and policies enacted by the Trump administration, focusing on their implications for immigration, energy, law enforcement, gender identity, and global agreemen…

In this episode, Shanti talks about the recent girl's trip in ATL and her growing love for Bad Bunny while Antoinette considers how she will emotionally manage the next four years with Trump as President. After answering caller voicemails, we dive into our main topic. Shanti shares the conflicting roles of being both a mother and a lover. Together …

We are celebrating 400 episodes! With the help of our listeners, we let loose with a completely unstructured, free-flowing episode. Together, we answer listener questions and talk about any and everything such as circumcision, The Star Spangled Banner, biblical prophesies, why female orgasms are better than males, the growth of our podcast, and our…

In this episode, Shanti is excited about a coming girl's trip, while Antoinette feels dismayed over her recent dental visit. Together, we respond to caller voicemails and dive into our main topic: how does one offer real support to loved ones? In the wake of the recent LA fires, we discuss how to provide sincere support and concern without putting …

In this episode, we spend time on the devastating destruction of the recent wildfires in Los Angeles. We share our feelings amongst the collective grief. We try to understand the environmental causes of the wildfires, and the confusing political responses to this disaster. We recognize climate change as our new reality and begin to consider how to …

Happy New Year! We start by catching up on our personal lives including a milestone in parenting for Shanti as well as a milestone in Antoinette's love life. For politics, we share the actual medical benefits to a "Dry January" as we are learning more about the link between cancer and alcohol, and the implications of New York City's new congestion …

In this episode, Shanti wrestles with her inner voice as revealed to her by her "morning pages" and Antoinette reflects on a lesson in faith from her beloved Godson. Together and with the help of psychotherapist Esther Perel, they explore the Paradox of Security vs. Freedom within their personal and working relationship. This brings Shanti to a sor…

In this week's episode Shanti finds comfort in old "Insecure" episodes while Antoinette faces some backlash from family members concerning her stance on Palestine. Together, we discuss the GOP's newest Speaker of the House Mike Johnson, the Ebony Alert system, and Barack Obama's recent statement on Israel and Palestine. For pop culture, Antoinette …