Best CTO Academy Podcasts (2025)

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Franklin Jones, CEO and Founder, B-Line Urban Delivery - Episode 163 26:24

1d ago26:24

26:24

Franklin Jones, CEO and Founder, B-Line Urban Delivery, solving the challenges of the “last mile” of a distribution network, reducing congestion, supporting local food producers, and developing green collar job opportunities.By Lee Krevat

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Personalised Learning in an Age of AI with Former Public School CTO, Marlo Gaddis - S2E26 33:39

7d ago33:39

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Marlo Gaddis has been an educational tour de force throughout her career, which paid dividends when Covid put her skills as a CTO to full use… The Wake County Public School System adapted to the time, but the REAL work began long before that… This week’s EdTech Unwrapped draws on Marlo’s remarkable expertise to explore how to introduce personalised…

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Me, My CTO & I ... #13 The Extraction of Value from Product 57:38

25d ago57:38

57:38

After a lovely rest, some time in the sun, and a small bit of rebranding, the CTO Academy Podcast is back, and it's like we've never been away. For those new to the show ... this is the podcast where hosts Andrew Weaver and Sanjay Mistry investigate, articulate, and celebrate the role of the CTO and senior technology leader. Season 3 opens with a w…

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Lessons Without Limits: How EdTech Unlocks Integrated Learning with Jeff Huart & Kelli List Wells - S2E25 36:57

28d ago36:57

36:57

In our working lives, we’re always using the sum total of our knowledge, so how can we make all the STEM subjects dance together in the classroom too? From student-led initiatives to integrated lesson planning, Kelli List Wells and Jeff Huart have a plethora of uses for EdTech in crafting the integrated curriculum of the future! Explore how STEM is…

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Reimagining Saudi Arabia’s Tech-Powered Education with Ibrahim Alotaibi - S2E24 25:34

1M ago25:34

25:34

Educational strategy in Saudi Arabia is undergoing a HUGE transformation, and Ibrahim Alotaibi is central to its tech-driven vision for the future… From AI-native students to innovative feedback channels, his work with Talemia as General Director of Strategy gives us a glimpse into the next-gen approach to teaching - join us on EdTech Unwrapped as …

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Schooling on the Shetland Islands with Neil Beattie - S2E23 31:01

1M ago31:01

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We’ve heard from school professionals in remote locations, but maybe none quite so secluded as the Shetland Islands… Being a self-sufficient system in a region with 23,000 inhabitants presents unique and fascinating educational challenges for Neil Beattie and the Shetland Islands Council. On EdTech Unwrapped this week, we explore the lifestyle of s…

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Establishing a One-of-a-Kind School for Autism with Renad Academy’s Curriculum Coordinator, Joe Norton - S2E22 28:14

2M ago28:14

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Students with autism are too often left without a voice - that’s a challenge for which Renad Academy has some exemplary solutions… Over the school’s 9 years, they’ve become Qatar’s shining beacon of SEN learning, thanks in no small part to this week’s guest, Curriculum Coordinator Joe Norton! Join us as we explore how to best accommodate students w…

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Gaining Trust and Transformation in Private Schools with Sharjah Private School Authority’s Ziad Shatat - S2E21 32:02

2M ago32:02

32:02

Struggling schools have become beacons of excellence in Sharjah, and behind such transformation has been a new, exciting, dynamic organisation called SPEA! The Sharjah Private Education Authority is creating collaboration and growth, thanks to our guest this week, Ziad Shatat, who’s their Director of Continuous Development. Join us this week to exp…

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Talieh Zargar, Co-founder and CTO, GridWrap - Episode 162 21:23

2M ago21:23

21:23

Talieh Zargar, Co-founder & CTO, GridWrap: Resilient Grid Hardening Solutions for the Electric Grid. When it comes to electric infrastructure, she can rebuild it. She has the technology. She can make it better, stronger, and do it faster with no outage.By Lee Krevat

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Empowering Everybody: How to Uphold Digital Equity with First VP of Texas Association of School Boards, Dr Mary Jane Hetrick - S2E20 28:56

2M ago28:56

28:56

Tech is a transformative tool for learners and educators alike, but in the midst of digital evolution, no one can be left behind. As AI continues to empower classrooms in Texas, Dr Mary Jane Hetrick takes us behind how they’re nurturing creativity, critical thinking and technical expertise across the board! This episode covers Technology's role in …

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Innovation at a Leading Charter School with NYOS’ Superintendent, Dr Mechiel Rozas - S2E19 29:41

2M ago29:41

29:41

Dr Mechiel Rozas is not your ordinary Superintendent, because the organisation she heads up is Not Your Ordinary School… This charter school in Texas is reimagining learning for a huge roster of students, and using technology at scale as a strategic partner in the education process. Dr Rozas joins us on EdTech Unwrapped as we share how charter scho…

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Transformation with Trust: The Critical Thinking Behind Tomorrow’s Classroom with Director of Innovation at RGS Worcester, John Jones - S2E18 30:52

3M ago30:52

30:52

The genie’s out of the bottle with AI in education, but how will technology create more human experiences for learners? John Jones is the Director of Innovation at RGS Worcester, and in EdTech Unwrapped he reveals how schools are transforming learning through smart technology integration and AI literacy on an international scale. Discover how to ov…

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Richard McIndoe, Executive Chairman, Edge Zero - Episode 161 30:11

3M ago30:11

30:11

Richard McIndoe, Executive Chairman, Edge Zero. From coal to a net zero goal, enabling more solar, more EVs, and more reliability for customers.By Lee Krevat

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Decoding Digital Truths in the Age of AI with Oasis Community Learning’s Alice Whitby - S2E17 28:48

3M ago28:48

28:48

In a jungle of misinformation and AI mistakes, how are we preparing the next generation to dodge the deceit and use technology for good? Alice Whitby’s razor-sharp insight into the real-world impact of EdTech comes from her stellar career, which now sees her responsible for teacher development at Oasis Community Learning! From smashing stereotypes …

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Transforming Technology Equity for 43,000 Pupils with Killeen ISD’s Superintendent, Dr JoAnn Fey - S2E16 32:47

3M ago32:47

32:47

There’s more educational data at our fingertips than ever before, so teachers of the future: you’d better use it wisely… Dr JoAnn Fey is Superintendent of a huge school district that’s breaking boundaries and transforming classroom opportunities for underprivileged pupils. She’s also the latest guest on EdTech Unwrapped, taking us on the journey to…

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Building Blocks for the Digital Classroom of the Future with Bourne Education Trust’s Chris Goodall - S2E15 30:58

3M ago30:58

30:58

The classroom of the future does not fear technology, or seek to protect students from it - it invites new technologies in… Across Bourne Education Trust, Chris Goodall is making changes which instill confidence and efficiency in students and teachers alike! Join us as Chris dives deep into tracking the effectiveness of EdTech, why we shouldn’t ass…

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Rinaldo Brutoco, Founding President, World Business Academy - Episode 160 39:43

4M ago39:43

39:43

Rinaldo Brutoco, Founding President, World Business Academy & Founding President & CEO of H2 Clipper, Co-Founder & Board, JUST Capital, and served with many non-profits including the Gorbachev Foundation, National Peace Academy, and the Chopra Foundation.By Lee Krevat

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The Great Equaliser: Making Tech Available to All with Dr Adrian Bustillos - S2E14 34:04

4M ago34:04

34:04

Technology isn’t just a tool, it’s a game-changing leveller that brings access to students from all backgrounds like never before! Breaking out of traditional learning models is standard fare for Dr Adrian Bustillos, Chief Transformation Officer at Aldine ISD in Texas… Discover how you can bring technology to the masses, and create change across an…

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Leading the Charge for Equal Access to EdTech with Cygnus Academies Trust CEO, Danielle Lewis-Egonu - S2E13 29:01

4M ago29:01

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Today’s EdTech is changing the game for educators and back room staff alike, but adoption across a trust is no easy feat. Cygnus Academies Trust has a vast range between its schools’ age ranges and locale, and CEO Danielle Lewis-Egonu is leading successful EdTech adoption across the board. This episode covers The Cygnus Academies Trust’s focus on p…

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Mythbusting Digital Transformation Misconceptions with Tech Integration Specialist, Sonia Wadwha - S2E12 28:14

5M ago28:14

28:14

AI can be a teacher’s secret weapon, and schools needn’t break the bank to implement it… Sonia Wadwha is a Technology Integration Specialist at the forefront of a school trust in Delhi, where innovation is core to the education system in India. Join us to explore how AI tools are empowering teachers and learners, and the art of creating a digital t…

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How AI is Giving Teachers’ Time Back with The Challenge Academy Trust’s Chris Hillidge - S2E11 32:13

5M ago32:13

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A teacher’s value is in stoking the fire that burns within a student, so how will EdTEch evolve to minimise the mundane marking and give us our quality time back… Chris Hillidge is Director of STEM at The Challenge Academy Trust, and the transformation he’s leading is taking the boring burdens away, giving teachers time to inspire. Join us on EdTec…

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The Democratisation of Technology in Schools with Sushma Bharath, The Association of International Schools of India - S2E10 26:23

5M ago26:23

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When Covid forced technology upon us all, and the democratisation of tech has equalised our access to cutting edge tools, what do the best schools do to set themselves apart? In a school system as vast and advanced as India’s, it’s fascinating to see how emerging technologies continue to impact both academic and operational aspects of education. Wh…

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Enriching SEN Students’ Experiences with Outcomes First Group’s Dr Rebecca Lawton - S2E9 36:52

5M ago36:52

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SEN students need their own approach to learning, and EdTech has never been better for delivering an individualised experience that resonates with them. At the core of Outcomes First Group is the need to design a learning environment tailored to students’ success, and our guest this week Dr Rebecca Lawton draws on a wealth of experience as a region…

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Embracing Technology Together: Collaborative Approaches to EdTech with Dr Hector Montenegro - S2E8 35:46

6M ago35:46

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When we work together, we may find success takes longer, but we go further - this is how the implementation of new technology stands the test of time. Collaboration is a key tenet for Dr Hector Montenegro, whose vast amount of expertise is distilled into his new role advising school systems across North and South America. Join us on EdTech Unwrappe…

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Taking Lightyear Leaps Forward by Embracing New Tech with Praveen Raju - S2E7 33:42

6M ago33:42

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While some schools shy away from technology in its early phases, others can embrace it to take a monumental step forward for both students and educators. Praveen Raju is a Founder of Suchitra Academy near Hyderabad, and as a former software developer his approach to leading a school is unsurprisingly innovative, embracing all that the latest techno…

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Maria Robinson, Inaugural Director of Grid Deployment, U.S. Department of Energy - Episode 159 45:48

6M ago45:48

45:48

Maria Robinson, Inaugural Director of the United States Department of Energy Grid Deployment Office. Special annual "HOT SEAT" edition of The Climate Champions, recorded live in Washington DC at GridWise Alliance's gridCONNEXT Conference on December 10th.By Lee Krevat

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The Unique Perspective on AI Through the Girls’ Lens with Head of Learning Technology at The Girls’ Day School Trust, Dr Alexandra Read - S2E6 22:16

6M ago22:16

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New technologies are a chance to ignite a love of STEM subjects in the next generation of students, and at the Girls’ School Day Trust, Dr Alexandra Read is doing exactly that. Coordinating technical strategy and innovation across 25 schools, Alexandra gives us a fascinating insight into the power of teacher-to-teacher collaboration, how AI is seen…

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Ask Me Anything with Microsoft CTO, Kevin Scott 41:30

6M ago41:30

41:30

In this AMA episode of "Behind the Tech," Kevin Scott and Christina Warren address a variety of listener questions, ranging from the impact of AI on learning and personal projects to the future of software development and AI regulation. Kevin shares his experience using AI for personal projects, such as making Japanese tea bowls, and discusses how …

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Why NYC Banned, Then Embraced, AI in Schools with Technology Lead at NYC Department for Education, Reasat Chowdhury - S2E5 35:49

7M ago35:49

35:49

New York City went from banning AI in schools, to leading its usage through innovative, proprietary new tools, and at its cutting edge in NYC is Reasat Chowdhury. Reasat shares the fascinating journey behind how the district has navigated the complexities of emerging technologies, how the educational experience is enhanced for educators & students,…

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Empowering Diverse Learners Through Technology with Headteacher at Abingdon House School, Rory Vokes-Dudgeon - S2E4 23:06

7M ago23:06

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Students with special educational needs are an essential group to consider when tailoring learning experiences, so how is technology making that process more effective than ever? Abingdon House School is a wonderful example of a school empowering learners and teachers alike through technology, and Headteacher Rory Vokes-Dudgeon joins us on EdTech U…

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Creating a Multigenerational, Tech-Enabled Campus of the Future with Director at Nehru World School and Healthy Planet Schools, Dr Arunabh Singh - S2E3 26:44

7M ago26:44

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When it comes to technology being integrated in education, India is a real powerhouse, and Dr Arunabh Singh has a wealth of experience with the Ministries of Education and Standards in India. That’s why it’s a privilege to explore Dr Singh’s work as a Director at the Nehru World School and the Healthy Planet Schools, to discover how best to teach e…

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Michele Elam, William Robertson Coe Professor in the Humanities; Senior Fellow, Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence; Bass University Fellow in Undergraduate Education 1:05:41

7M ago1:05:41

1:05:41

Michele Elam, the William Robertson Coe Professor of Humanities in the English Department at Stanford University and a Race and Technology Affiliate at the Center for Comparative Studies in Race and Ethnicity, joins Behind the Tech to discuss her journey and work. Michele shares her unique path from a humanities background to engaging with technolo…

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Joshua Goldman, Senior Director of Sales, eMobility, ABM Industries - Episode 158 55:01

7M ago55:01

55:01

Joshua Goldman, Senior Director of Sales, eMobility, ABM Industries. 25+ years experience in over 50 configurations of electric and hybrid heavy-duty buses, trucks and Vans. Proterra, Autocar Truck, Volta Trucks, and more!By Lee Krevat

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Unlocking Real-Time Insights in the Classroom with Director of Digital Learning at LEO Academy Trust, Cheryl Shirley - S2E2 28:00

7M ago28:00

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In a classroom of the future, real-time technologies look set to enhance the teaching experience for educators and learners alike. Leading the way towards the digital future of our classroom environments, LEO Academy Trust’s Cheryl Shirley is an expert in building digital confidence in teachers - an essential step in bringing schools into the next …

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How Educators Are Key to Global Digital Change with Lift Schools’ COO, James Browning - S2E1 30:20

8M ago30:20

30:20

Welcome to EdTech Unwrapped: Lessons From Leaders - the new series bringing you the insights and experiences of 40 leading global educators. The series premiere features the fantastic James Browning, whose commitment to forward-thinking learning experiences is evident in his role as COO of Lift Schools. We delve into James’ journey into education, …

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Welcome to Series 2 of EdTech Unwrapped: Lessons from Leaders 1:52

8M ago1:52

1:52

Welcome to a new series of EdTech Unwrapped: Lessons from Leaders - brought to you by Bett, supported by SMART. In this series we’re bringing you the insights and experiences of 40 leading educators from around the world. I’m your host Duncan Verry, Portfolio Director at Bett. With over 17 years experience in education and education technology both…

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Year in Review 2024 33:43

9M ago33:43

33:43

As 2024 comes to an end, we take a look back at some of the biggest themes that emerged on Behind the Tech over this incredibly exciting year for tech and AI: creativity, education, and transformation. And we take a stroll through some of Kevin’s obsessions – from ceramics to Maker YouTube to classical piano – alongside guests like Xyla Foxlin, Lis…

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April Bolduc, President, S Curve Strategies - Episode 157 26:56

9M ago26:56

26:56

April Bolduc, President of S Curve Strategies, helping states, counties, school districts and utilities across the U.S. go EV by developing regional transportation electrification strategies. The result: more EVs, cleaner freeways and neighborhoods.By Lee Krevat

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Refik Anadol, Director / Media Artist at Refik Anadol Studio, Visiting Researcher & Lecturer at UCLA's Design Media Arts Department. 49:31

10M ago49:31

49:31

Refik Anadol, an internationally renowned media artist and director, joins Behind the Tech to discuss his journey from a childhood fascination with computers in Istanbul to becoming a pioneer in the aesthetics of data and machine intelligence. In this episode, Refik shares his early inspirations—including his first encounter with a Commodore comput…

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Are hackathons the new standard in corporate innovation? Decide for yourself! 11:03

10M ago11:03

11:03

Sidetrade’s annual hackathon, Sidehack, was back with a bang this year! In this special episode, Andy Lion chats with Remus Iancu, Team Lead Software Engineer & co-organizer of this year’s Sidehack, and Joy Ion, UI Designer and first time Sidehack attendee. From big “A-HA!” moments, some code explanation to a rubber duck, new friendships formed, an…

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How to have a rewarding business development career, with David Bavon 12:26

11M ago12:26

12:26

What opportunities can be found from a career in business development at Sidetrade? Well, you’re about to find out! In this episode, David Bavon, BDR Director at Sidetrade, explains what a rewarding role as a BDR looks like. From financial bonuses to promotion opportunities and more! If you’re looking for a career that opens up a world of opportuni…

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Me, My CTO & I ... S2E6: Managing Your Mental Health 42:24

12M ago42:24

42:24

In this episode, Sanjay talks to Dr Hannah Forbes on managing your mental health as a tech leader in a high pressure, fast paced environment. Hannah talks openly about her mental health struggles, how she overcame them and continues to manage her mental health, and what advice she’d give to others at the beginning of their mental health journey. We…

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Ben Laude, Professor of Music (Piano Literature & Aural Skills) at Utah State University 1:27:18

12M ago1:27:18

1:27:18

Ben Laude, a concert pianist and music educator, joins Behind the Tech to discuss his journey from a suburban childhood in Austin, Texas to becoming a world-renowned classical pianist and YouTube creator. Ben shares his early inspirations—including his father's dabbling in piano and his own private obsession with classical music that began in high …

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EdTech Tips to Start Next Year Strong with Wavenet’s Sally Hodgson & Karen Oliver - S1E7 37:01

1y ago37:01

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We’re at a perfect time of year for educators to use the latest in technology to level up, where the new academic year brings a chance to start anew! Google and Microsoft continue to announce huge features perfect for teachers and learners alike, and highlighting some of the most innovative on this episode of EdTech Unwrapped, we’re joined by Waven…

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Me, My CTO & I ... S2E5 Decoding The Board 48:46

1y ago48:46

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Me, My CTO & I" is back and pushing the envelope of what to expect with your average tech podcast ... Global Tech Leaders in a bare knuckle leadership quiz How to get out of a board meeting alive Why you should never leave your email address with Ashley Madison Sanjay's fireside chat is with Adelina Chalmers, Leadership Coach, CTO Advisor, Geek Whi…

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