Welcome to Aiming Five-Hole—the hockey podcast where Canadian-born fans Phil and Ryan bring an unfiltered, irreverent take on the modern NHL. With their media experience and beer league passion, they serve up weekly unique insights and lively discussions about the greatest sport on Ice!
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Ah, education…a world filled with mysterious marvels. From K12 to Higher Ed, educational change and innovation are everywhere. And with that comes a few lessons, too. Each episode, EduCast3000 hosts, Melissa Loble and Ryan Lufkin, will break down the fourth wall and reflect on what’s happening in education – the good, the bad, and, in some cases, the just plain chaotic. This is the most transformative time in the history of education, so if you’re passionate about the educational system and ...
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Florida’s Fourth Estate looks at everything from swampy politics to a fragile environment and even the crazy headlines that make Florida the craziest state in the Union. Ginger Gadsden and Matt Austin use decades of experience as journalists to dissect the headlines that impact Florida. Each week they have a guest host who helps give an irreverent look at the issues impacting the Sunshine State. Big influencers like Attorney John Morgan, renowned Florida journalists and the scientists protec ...
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Let’s Talk About Race (LTAR), a new intergenerational, roundtable discussion of independent national journalists featuring rigorous conversations and analysis of news coverage and the role race plays in politics, government, economy, education, and health. LTAR currently airs on KBOO Community Radio in Portland, OR, and Pacific Radio NetworkLTAR brings independent journalists from all over the country from New Jersey to Texas and Pennsylvania with a home base in Portland, Oregon. The hosts b ...
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The conference finals has been a little like Bizarro world. The Oilers has transformed into the team that went to the Cup Finals last season and the Cannes have collapsed from the team that got them to the conference final. We also discuss the collapse of the Shanaplan in Toronto and the need for the President's role within NHL franchises.…
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In this episode of Educast 3000, hosts Ryan Lufkin and Melissa Loble engage with Dr. Tracy Weeks, Senior Director of Educational Policy and Strategy, to explore the evolving landscape of education policy in the United States. Together, they explore the current challenges and changes in the education sector – federal funding implications, the impact…
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The Leafs fail to advance beyond the 2nd round with a terrible Game 7 performance. It's time for major changes in Leaf land! The Jets can't extend their series with Dallas and the President's curse claims another team! The Semi-finals are set and we'll discuss our thoughts on both the Eastern & Western Conference finals!…
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In this episode of EDUCAST 3000, hosts Ryan Lufkin and Melissa Loble dive into the fascinating world of psychometrics with Instructure experts Russell Ligon and Alexandra Lee. They share their personal paths into the field, reflect on how assessment practices have evolved over time, and unpack why psychometrics is key to building fair, effective as…
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Panthers square the series with the Leafs at two a piece and Phil's on the couch! Oilers lead their series with the Knights despite a bad bounce in game 3. Jets continue to struggle on the road and Rantanen dominates while leading the race to the Conn Smyth trophy and the Cannes lead their series with the Caps!…
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A Revolutionary Friendship of May 19 between Yuri Kochiyama and Malcolm X
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27:48The relationship between the Asian & African American communities has often been tenuous and seemingly at odds. However, the relationship between Yuri Kochiyama and Malcolm X came at a time when the fight for Civil Rights was at its peak for many minority communities. In this special episode of Fighting The Power, Lanita Duke is joined by Radio Pro…
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Round One came to an end, in dramatic fashion with the Jets pulling off the miracle late-game comeback and win it in OT! We'll run down the complete first round, including the dramatic third-period comeback by the Stars to defeat the Avs in an incredible series that didn't disappoint! Leafs move on to face the Panthers! We'll also preview the 2nd r…
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The first round of the playoffs hasn't disappointed with plenty of exciting story lines and play! The Leafs lead the series 3-1 over the Sens as they try to exercise their demons and cash a ticket to the second round. Habs have out performed expectations but trial in the series 3-1 and need a big round win to bring it back to the Bell Centre for ga…
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In this episode, hosts Ryan Lufkin and Melissa Loble recap their experiences at the ASU+GSV 2025 conference, discussing the dominant themes of AI in education, the agentic approach to AI tools, the challenges of equitable access, and the evolving role of leadership in educational institutions. Takeaways AI is a major focus at the ASU GSV conference…
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Democracy dies when you comply; do not comply in advance.
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27:38Fighting The Power is a radio/Podcast featuring independent journalists resisting Trump's authoritarian rule. We highlight efforts to restore democracy and confront Project 2025, which aims to reduce civil liberties. Our panelists include: · LaNita Duke: Award-winning multimedia producer for Grassroots News Northwest. · Dianne Johnson: Professor an…
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The Playoffs have begun and the Leafs get out to a fast start. The Jets survive a shakey start to their series and the Dallas, Avs series lives up to the hype! Habs get started Monday night!By Fourth Line Media
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Journey to the Center of the Modern Classroom
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34:23In this episode of EduCast 3000, hosts Melissa Loble and Ryan Lufkin engage with Rob Barnett, co-founder of the Modern Classrooms Project. They dive into cutting-edge educational strategies, exploring the power of blended and personalized learning. Rob shares his inspiring journey as an educator, the origins and evolution of the Modern Classrooms P…
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Leafs Clinch Atlantic, Habs Sweat it Out!
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31:18Leafs clinch the Atlantic Division title, home ice for first two rounds and will face the Senators in the Battle of Ontario for the first round. Habs need to a win in one of their final two games to clinch the second wildcard spot and a date with the Capitals. We also discusss the other potential playoff series as matchups start to round into shape…
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Ovechkin becomes the greatest goal-scorer of all time! The playoff races tighten up as we hit the home stretch and teams vie for home-ice advantage. All that and more on this week's episode.By Fourth Line Media
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The Good, the Bad, and the Political: Evidence and Public Policy in Education
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33:59In this episode of EduCast 3000, co-hosts Melissa Loble and guest host Tracy Weeks engage with education leader Karl Rectanus to discuss the evolving landscape of EdTech, the impact of AI, and the importance of community collaboration in education. They explore personal learning moments, the role of policy in education, and the need for innovative …
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EP24 - Eastern Wildcard Race Limps to the Finish Line
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28:53Phil & Ryan discuss the Eastern Wildcard race as it limps its way to the finish line. The Habs win a big one in Florida and hope to hold off the Rangers, Islanders, and Blue Jackets for the final spot. The St Louis Blue appears to have locked down the final playoff spot in the West. Ovi gets another one and has the record in site, only 4 back with …
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We're into the home stretch as teams are jockeying for a place in the playoffs and playoff positioning. Phil & Ryan discuss whether the Canadiens can hold onto a playoff spot or will they get caught by the Rangers or Islanders? The Leafs showed signs of finding their game before finishing the week off on a losing note.…
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Democracy dies when the Fourth Estate complies
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26:10Fighting The Power is a radio/Podcast featuring independent journalists resisting Trump's authoritarian rule. We highlight efforts to restore democracy and confront Project 2025, which aims to reduce civil liberties. Our panelists include: · LaNita Duke: Award-winning multimedia producer for Grassroots News Northwest. · Dianne Johnson: Professor an…
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Experiential Learning: How to Change the World
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33:00In this episode of Educast 3000, Ryan and Melissa chat with Alana Heath, co-founder of the organization How to Change the World. Their conversation explores the importance of experiential learning in education, the challenges faced in higher education regarding skills gaps, and the transformative potential of technology and AI in enhancing learning…
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Phil & Ryan discuss the abysmal play of the Leafs since the Four Nations break, and in a turn of events Phil needs the therapy session. We also discuss the excellent recent play of the Habs who are closing in on a playoff spot and sport the best team record since the break. Ovi scores another and is closing in on The Great One's record! Dallas and …
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With a busy trade deadline now behind us, Phil & Ryan discuss some of the big moves made around the league by the Dallas Stars, Colorado Avs, Florida Panthers, and Toronto Maple Leafs. We'll also discuss who the winners and losers were after the deadline and make our revised Stanley Cup playoff finals picks.…
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AI, Online Learning, and the Future of Education in Latin America and Beyond
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36:35In this episode of the Educast 3000 podcast, Ryan and guest co-host Zach Pendleton engage with Dr. Martha Castellanos, an influential figure in educational transformation in Latin America. They discuss her journey in integrating technology into education, the impact of AI and online learning, and the importance of understanding student needs. The c…
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Phil & Ryan wrap up the Four Nations Face-Off by breaking down Canada's historic win over the US! We also discuss the future of International hockey events starting with the Olympics in 2026. Now that the NHL regular season has resumed we get back to talking about what moves the Leafs and Canadiens may make with the trade deadline only two weeks aw…
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The round-robin portion of the Four Nations Face-Off is complete, Phil & Ryan break down all the action and fireworks from the tournament as well as provide a preview for the Canada/US Final rematch!By Fourth Line Media
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Social Capital in the Age of Technology: Trust, Networks, and Influence
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44:15In this episode of Educast 3000, hosts Ryan Lufkin and Melissa Loble engage with Nitzan Pelman, co-founder and CEO of Climb Together, to explore the themes of social capital and workforce preparedness. Nitzan shares her journey as a social entrepreneur, her impactful learning moments, and the importance of relationships in education and career succ…
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The Most Haunted Restaurant in the Country
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10:29Ghost stories abound at Rockledge, Florida eatery, Ashley's Tavern. While there are several ghost stories associated with Ashley’s, the most popular is the tale of Ethel Allen, a 19-year-old woman who reportedly frequented the tavern in the 1930s. The back of the restaurant’s menu discusses the tale and the posthumous hauntings, which have been rep…
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We've reached the Four Nations Challenge break, Phil & Ryan discuss all the injury replacements and preview the starting line-ups, potential line combinations, power-play units, and starting goaltenders. We'll also give our predictions for who'll meet in the final next week.By Fourth Line Media
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Long-lost nuclear bunker below Central Florida finally uncovered. Here’s what happened
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8:22This may have been Mount Dora’s best-kept secret — that is, until now. Tucked away in a forgotten corner of Mount Dora sits a Cold War-era nuclear bomb shelter with a crazy history. Known locally as the “Mount Dora Catacombs,” this 5,000-square-foot shelter — billed as the largest of its kind — was part of a plan over 60 years ago for members of se…
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In this episode of Educast 3000, Ryan Lufkin and Melissa Loble engage with Dr. Trey Martindale, Associate Vice Provost of Online Learning at Middle Tennessee State University. They discuss the evolution of online learning, the importance of instructional design, and the impact of COVID-19 as a catalyst for growth in online education. Dr. Martindale…
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Phil & Ryan discuss all the trade activity over the past week and who's next to join in on the fun... We also discuss the upcoming Four Nations Challenge as the team's name injury replacements. We also discuss the impact of the NHL announcing the salary cap for the next three seasons and how that'll impact trades at the deadline and pending free ag…
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Colorado and Caroline with an assist from Chicago kick off trade season by swapping big stars with Mikko Rantanen and Marin Necas trading jerseys... We also discuss the ever-growing injury list for the Leafs and the week that was for the Habs. With the Four Nations Challenge only two weeks away, Canada has to replace Alex Pietrangelo on their blue …
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In this episode, Melissa Loble and Ryan Lufkin chat with Dr. Lane Freeman, Director of Online Instruction at the North Carolina Community College System, about the transformative potential of generative AI in education. Dr. Freeman shares his journey from traditional teaching to embracing AI tools, emphasizing the importance of pedagogy and active …
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Phil & Ryan discuss the Leafs big comeback over the Canadiens to overcome an early 3-goal deficit on their way to a 7-3 victory... As the 2nd half of the season continues teams like the Blue Jackets, Red Wings, Rangers, and Senators, are riding hot streaks but have they left themselves a hill too large to climb to claim a playoff spot? Others like …
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World’s first underwater cemetery is off a Florida beach.
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23:57Not only is the Neptune Memorial Reef the world’s first underwater cemetery — it’s also set to be the largest man-made reef on the planet. The cemetery is located 40 feet underwater in Biscayne Bay, over three miles off the coast of Miami Beach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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Phil & Ryan discuss how the Canadiens are staying hot, Leafs cooling off and Columbus coming out of no where to stake claim to a wild card spot, not to mention the Wings going on a 7 game winning streak since their recent coaching change.By Fourth Line Media
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The Future of Assessment in K12 Education
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42:19In this episode of Educast 3000, hosts Ryan Lufkin and Melissa Loble engage with Dr. Jeff Faust, Chief Technology Innovation Officer at Chesapeake Public Schools, to explore the future of assessment in K-12 education. They discuss the evolution of student assessment, the impact of technology and AI, and the challenges educators face in navigating p…
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Meet Dr. Simba: The Central Florida Pharmacist Who Talks to Big Cats
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18:58A local Pharmacist named Dr. Simba who talks to big cats. This is the kind of storyline usually reserved for Hollywood. Dr. Simba Witz is the CEO of the Central Florida Animal Reserve. The big cat sanctuary is run entirely by volunteers. The sanctuary neither breeds its animals or operates for profit, "If you're coming here, you're not coming here …
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With the condensed schedule we've hit the mid-way mark of the 2024/25 season. Ryan and Phil overview the highlights from the first half of the season and discuss some of the intriguing and surprising story lines that have taken everyone by surprise. We also look ahead to the second half of the season and discuss what storylines could develop leadin…
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Best of 2024: How a fight over beer landed Walt Disney World in Orlando instead of St. Louis
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22:42ORLANDO, Fla. – Walt Disney World is part of the fabric of Florida, but did you know the theme park almost ended up in St. Louis instead of Orlando? University of Central Florida History professor Dr. Jim Clark said Walt Disney had his eye on the “Show Me” state well before he began eyeing the “Sunshine State”. But a fight over beer changed everyth…
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With Montreal's improved play, Ryan has been released from therapy! We also discuss the Leafs play over the past 8 games without Stolarz and what he's meant to the team and the health issues with their captain... Detroit finally made the decision to make a change behind their bench and we continue to discuss how puzzled we are that neither the Rang…
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Best of 2024: Florida's 'Sinkhole Alley:' Here's what homeowners need to know
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23:30If you live in Florida, you have probably heard of sinkholes. It’s when the ground caves in, often bringing down everything on top of it. Roads, businesses and homes have all been impacted. Dr. Manoj Chopra has researched sinkholes and erosion at the University of Central Florida and said much of Central Florida is part of “Sinkhole Alley.” Learn m…
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EP11 - Which NHL Team is the Biggest Mess at the Moment?
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34:17This week Phil & Ryan debate which NHL team is currently the biggest mess at the moment that needs fixing. Is it Buffalo, Nashville, or the Rangers? The Canadians hand the Sabres their 11th straight loss and climb out of the Eastern Conference basement and the Leafs can't seem to stay healthy.By Fourth Line Media
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Competency-Based Learning & Credentials: The Next Chapter
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39:04In this episode of the Educast 3000 podcast, hosts Ryan Lufkin and Melissa Loble welcome Sarah DeMark, Vice President of Workforce Intelligence and Credential Integrity at Western Governors University (WGU). Together, they explore Sarah's extensive background in education and assessment, the significance of competency-based education (CBE), and the…
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Best of 2024: Florida Teen Invents Device That Could Help 2.2 Billion People
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11:20Another look back at one of the best interviews we had in 2024. At age 16, most kids are thinking about getting their driver’s license or making TikToks, except for Tiffani Gay, who is focused on changing the world with her award-winning invention. By combining two technologies used in everyday life, Gay is striving to get results for the over 2.2 …
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Best of 2024: Florida Woman Who Broke Into 200 Homes Shares Secrets
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40:57One of the best episodes of 2024. Jennifer Gomez paints a rosy picture of her upbringing. Her mom was a neurologist. Her Dad is a psychiatrist. She is the youngest of seven children. She said all of her siblings are successful. But as a child, she didn’t see their success as enviable. She saw it as boring. She told Matt Austin and Ginger Gadsden on…
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EP10 - 4 Nations Challenge Rosters Announcement
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43:05The 4 Nations Challenge rosters were announced this week, Phil & Ryan break down the selections and provide their unique perspective for each team. What's happening in New York?? We talk about the spiraling Rangers and what's next now that they've traded their Captain and signed Shesterkin to an 8-year extension worth $92 Million amidst a terrible …
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We've hit the end of the first quarter mark of the season, Ryan & Phil discuss how the Thanksgiving playoff theory will play out for the remainder of the season and who'll be in and out of the playoff mix. Rumors have begun to surface on what the Mitch Marner camp in asking for to resign and it's out of this world... As always we talk the week that…
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In this episode of Educast 3000, hosts Ryan Lufkin and Melissa Loble welcome Tess O'Brien, Senior Product Manager at Code.org. The conversation explores Tess's journey in education and technology, the impact of Code.org in promoting computer science education, and the integration of AI in teaching. Tess shares insights on the importance of a growth…
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The week Phil & Ryan discuss the rash of injuries that have hit the league, most notably Ovi breaking his leg, making his run to Gretzky's goal scoring record more difficult. We also discuss the coaching changes in Boston and St. Louis and who's next on the hot seat. As always we'll also provide a round up of the week for the Leafs & Habs.…
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What do Wayne Brady, Joey Fatone and Wesley Snipes have in common? They all had the same teacher for theatre class in Central Florida. Karen Rugerio served as the Theatre Director for Dr. Phillips High School for 27 years. During those decades, Rugerio brought up a variety of future stars on screen and stage. She started at Jones High School when s…
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