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Edtech Insiders

Alex Sarlin and Ben Kornell

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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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Send us a text In this special episode, we go behind the scenes of the Edtech Insiders GenAI K-12 Education Market Map, a first-of-its-kind framework connecting real classroom needs to AI-powered tools. Co-created by Alex Sarlin, Laurence Holt, Jacob Klein, and the Edtech Insiders team, this evolving resource helps educators, entrepreneurs, and res…
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Send us a text Join hosts Alex Sarlin and Ben Kornell as they explore the latest developments in education technology, from AI breakthroughs to new VC investments and edtech reports. ✨ Episode Highlights: [00:02:10] Duolingo CEO Luis von Ahn says AI is more scalable than teachers, sparking debate on the future of educators [00:10:45] Google I/O 202…
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Send us a text David Bleicher is the Co-Founder and CEO of Jotit, a company on a mission to bring handwriting back to the forefront of education in the digital age. By blending proven learning methods with advanced technologies, Jotit enhances student outcomes and executive functioning in the classroom. 💡 5 Things You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why …
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In this episode, the host welcomes SAVEJ, also known as Donnie, a musician and thought leader. They discuss Donnie's fascinating journey, starting with his colorful upbringing, and the profound impact psychedelic experiences, primarily with psilocybin, had on him from a young age. They delve into the deep insights gained from these experiences, suc…
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Send us a text Join hosts Alex Sarlin and Ben Kornell as they explore the latest developments in education technology, from AI in classrooms to workforce shifts and EdTech innovation across the globe. ✨ Episode Highlights: [00:03:16] Ezra Klein podcast brings AI and education to mainstream conversation [00:07:20] Alex and Ben compare and critique G…
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Send us a text This is a very special episode featuring our sponsor, Starbridge. Justin Wenig, Founder and CEO of Starbridge, joins us to discuss how school spending creates barriers to EdTech innovation. Justin previously co-founded Coursedog, scaling it to over 300 institutions and a nine-figure exit. With Starbridge, he’s now helping EdTech busi…
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Send us a text MacKenzie Price is a Stanford grad, mom of two, and the Co-Founder of 2 Hour Learning - a revolutionary learning platform that harnesses the power of AI to give kids a 1:1 personalized learning experience. Her students excel in academics while spending most of their day learning life skills that set them up for future success. She fo…
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Welcoming John Churchill, a scholar dedicated to the study of consciousness through spirituality, philosophy, psychology, and more. Kyle shares how he met John through mutual friends and has been consistently impressed by his depth of knowledge and insight. The conversation delves into a range of topics including the nature of consciousness, develo…
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Send us a text Join hosts Ben Kornell and Alex Sarlin as they explore the latest developments in education technology, from AI breakthroughs and policy shakeups to new funding rounds and workforce shifts shaping the future of learning. ✨ Episode Highlights: [00:00:00] Silicon Valley debates the rise of “AI Slop” and the impact of vibe coding. [00:0…
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Send us a text Mike Yates is a Senior Designer at Teach for America's Reinvention Lab, with over a decade of experience at the intersection of technology and learning. A former classroom teacher and founding member of Alpha School, he now leads the Lab’s AI initiatives, creating workshops, coaching educators, and prototyping innovative AI solutions…
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In this podcast episode, the host welcomes back Matt Roeske, known for his study of electro culture. The conversation dives into a variety of topics, including Matt's experiences with electro culture in farming, the impact of EMF and wireless technology on health, and the importance of reducing such exposures. Matt explains his move from Scottsdale…
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Send us a text Join host Alex Sarlin alongside special guest co-hosts Ben Wallerstein and Anna Kimsey Edwards, Co-Founders of Whiteboard Advisors, as they break down: [00:03:00] Trump’s AI Executive Order launches cross-agency education task force [00:05:00] 27 states already advancing AI education policy [00:07:00] Workforce EO targets 1M AI-relat…
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In this episode, the host welcomes Regina Thomashauer, known as Mama Gena, to discuss her journey and experiences as a women's empowerment advocate. Mama Gina is the author of 'Pussy: A Reclamation,' and she shares her insights on women's empowerment through pleasure and orgasm. The conversation covers her personal healing journey, which involves o…
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Rob Butler and Chris Reeve reflect on a day of goodbyes at Carrow Road.02:25 - Onel Hernandez exclusive - He wore 15 shirts to give out 04:15 - Big question - What should be on Knapper's shopping list?05:40 - Have you ever been smuggled into a football ground?07:00 - Big Robert song. 08:20 - Angus Gunn post Cardiff interview14:50 - How big of a mis…
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Send us a text Betsy Corcoran and Dr. Jeremy Roschelle co-host the Future Fluent podcast, where they explore how learning is changing in the age of AI. Betsy is the cofounder of EdSurge and now leads Lede Labs, advising education leaders. Jeremy is a leading learning scientist and Executive Director of Learning Science Research at Digital Promise. …
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Plus, what did fans think of Jack Wilshere's audition at Boro? 01:30 - Angus Gunn to depart Norwich City in the summer. 04:30 - Big question - Should Wilshere get the job permenantly?08:00 - Nick Mashiter interview17:55 - Wilshere post Middlesbrough24:30 - Reacting to your tweets. 28:40 - Tim Sheppard interview. 39:00 - Fan of the week - Matt Mills…
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Send us a text Levi Belnap is the CEO of Merlyn Mind, where he has been instrumental in driving the company's vision and growth since joining in 2019. Before assuming his current role, Levi served as Chief Strategy Officer for nearly four years and later as Chief Revenue Officer. Prior to Merlyn Mind, Levi built an impressive career in business dev…
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In this podcast episode, Connor Millstein returns to discuss a unique event called 'The Rising,' scheduled for August 27th-31st in Lockhart, Texas. The event, hosted on a farm, aims to explore the concepts of freedom, sovereignty related to food supply, independence from the 'sick care system,' and overall body optimization. Highlights include teac…
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Send us a text Join hosts Alex Sarlin and Ben Kornell as they explore the latest developments in education technology, from ASU+GSV insights to AI model releases, international edtech innovations, and federal policy shake-ups. ✨ Episode Highlights: [00:01:45] ASU+GSV recap and post-conference energy [00:04:48] Strategic AI integration gains tractio…
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Send us a text Vikas Pota is an entrepreneur and investor in education and digital businesses that seek to address some of the sector's intractable challenges and to advance education quality and opportunity. He is the founder of T4 Education, the Global EdTech Prize and the World's Best School Prizes. He is the Executive Chairman of the Education …
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Send us a text Robert Barnett co-founded the Modern Classrooms Project, which has empowered 80,000+ educators in 180+ countries to meet every learner’s needs. Before that he taught math, computer science, English, social studies, and law, from the middle-school to university levels, at public and private schools in the U.S. and Switzerland. He grad…
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In this episode of the podcast, the host welcomes back Nicholas Pinot, who first appeared in 2018. They discuss the ongoing and increasing impact of electromagnetic fields (EMFs) due to advancing technology and the importance of acknowledging and mitigating their effects on health. Nicholas shares his journey since the first podcast, noting his tra…
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Send us a text In this special episode, EdTech Insiders hits the floor at ASU+GSV 2025—one of the world’s premier EdTech conferences—for rapid-fire conversations with the leaders reshaping learning. From AI-native campuses to multilingual agents and human-centered R&D, we go behind the scenes with the innovators driving the future of education. 🎙️ …
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Send us a text Tom Vander Ark is an advocate for innovations in learning. As CEO of Getting Smart, he advises schools, districts, networks, foundations, and learning organizations on the path forward. Tom is the author of Getting Smart, Smart Cities That Work for Everyone, Smart Parents, Better Together, The Power of Place, and Difference Making at…
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Send us a text Kees Bol is the CEO of 2U, a global leader in education technology that expands access to affordable, career-relevant learning in partnership with the world's top universities, institutions, and industry experts. As CEO, Bol oversees all aspects of 2U's business while driving its long-standing mission: to provide learners worldwide w…
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Welcoming back Daniel Firth Griffith, an author, poet, father, and agricultural expert, for their third conversation. The episode delves into Daniel's personal journey from debilitating illness to thriving health through food and agricultural practices. They discuss his deep connections with indigenous wisdom, agency in ecological health, the impor…
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Send us a text Pierre Le Manh, PMP, has been serving as the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Project Management Institute since September 2022. A global executive with a multicultural background and experience in leading companies across multiple knowledge industries, he has a proven track record of delivering results and guiding organi…
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In this milestone 400th podcast episode, Kyle Kingsbury dives into a solo discussion at the start of the year (spring) to reflect on various topics and share exciting updates. Kyle begins by contemplating the historical significance of celebrating the New Year in the spring, tying it to his personal experiences and birthday around the equinox. He a…
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Send us a text Brent Bushnell is an entrepreneur and engineer focused on experiences for entertainment and learning. He's the founder of Two Bit Circus, a live entertainment company that builds and exhibits all-ages, social attractions. He’s chairman of the non-profit Two Bit Foundation which uses games and play to inspire students about invention.…
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In this episode, we dive deep with Dr. John Lieurance, a pioneer in health innovations and founder of mitozen.com. We explore his groundbreaking work with methylene blue and melatonin, detailing their benefits beyond traditional uses. Dr. John shares his personal health struggles, highlighting his journey to discovering powerful therapies for condi…
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Send us a text Join hosts Alex Sarlin and Ben Kornell as they break down a pivotal week of AI announcements, edtech disruption, and education policy shifts. ✨ Episode Highlights: [00:00:00] China introduces AI education for 6-year-olds, sparking urgency for U.S. to respond [00:05:23] OpenAI teases a creative writing model as Google and Anthropic pu…
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Steve Bruce, Mark Barham and Chris Woods join Rob to look back at the '85 Milk Cup win.00:18 - Intro - Milk Cup commentary. 03:30 - Recap of local radio commentary. 09:30 - Kathy Blake and Lorraine Taylor share their memories from '85. 14:45 - Steve Bruce interview. 25:15 - Memories of Steve Bruce at Norwich. 27:15 - Emails from Norwich fans. 27:55…
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Send us a text Lawton Smith is a literacy advocate focused on adolescent reading engagement and the co-founder and CEO of Literal (LiteralApp.com). Praised as a “game changer”, a “Top Tech for Advanced Learners of ELA”, and awarded a rare five stars out-of-five for “Student Engagement” by Common Sense Media, Literal is an all-in-one digital reading…
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In this episode, Dr. Robert Malone, highlights his scientific career, personal experiences, and controversial perspectives on COVID-19 and RNA technology. Dr. Malone has been a significant figure in the Freedom Movement, especially notable after appearing on the Joe Rogan Experience in 2021. He discusses his background, growing up in California, an…
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Send us a text In this special episode, we sit down with three innovative Stanford Graduate School of Education (GSE) students who are exploring cutting-edge applications of AI in education. Michael Chrzan is a Master’s student and Dean’s Fellow in the Education Data Science program at Stanford. A former Master Teacher in Detroit, he taught Mathema…
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In this heartfelt podcast, Kyle welcomes his old teammate and close friend, Cain Velasquez. The conversation covers Cain's recent legal troubles, his strong bond with his family and friends, and his unwavering dedication to his children. Cain opens up about his childhood, wrestling career, and transition to MMA. He reflects on his transformative ex…
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Send us a text This Week in Edtech, Ben Kornell and guest co-host Matthew Rascoff, Vice Provost for Digital Education at Stanford University, break down the latest headlines shaping education, technology, and policy. From major federal education cuts to AI’s growing role in schools and higher ed, this episode unpacks the forces reshaping learning t…
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Send us a text Michelle Rhee is currently a Venture Partner at Equal Opportunity Ventures, investing in companies driving social mobility and impact. Previously, she served as Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of BuildWithin, a workforce learning platform transforming hiring and development, as well as CEO of StudentsFirst, an education advocac…
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Welcoming Dr. Kayla Osterhoff to discuss her pioneering work in women's health research. Dr. Osterhoff, known for herbiorhythms.com, and her extensive background at the CDC, delves into the complexities of women's health that have been largely overlooked by the traditional scientific community. The conversation covers key topics such as the lack of…
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Send us a text This Week in Edtech, Alex Sarlin and guest host, Claire Zau explore the latest developments in education technology, from AI breakthroughs to new VR tools and evolving strategies of tech giants. ✨ Episode Highlights: [00:03:00] Preview of the ASU GSV Conference’s AI show and its impact on education innovation. [00:05:00] OpenAI’s par…
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Rob Butler and Chris Reeve relfect on City conceding late at Ewood Park. 01:45 - Dom Hyam's punch. 02:25 - Talking point: most painful late goal? 06:45 - Leigh Woodrow - Canaries Down Under. 08:30 - Blackburn reflection 14:40 - JHT interview post Blackburn 20:00 - YOUR most painful late goals. 25:30 - Cordoba post Blackburn 30:00 - Is Cordoba undro…
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Send us a text An organizational and leadership development expert, Bjorn Billhardt has designed leadership development programs and collaborated with world-class institutions for two decades. Since 2015, Bjorn has been CEO of Abilitie, a provider of leadership development & mini-MBA programs. Abilitie’s programs have educated over 100,000 learners…
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Welcoming guest Natalie Brunell, host of the podcast 'Coin Stories.' The episode delves into Bitcoin, its implications for money and financial systems, and its potential solutions for future economic stability. Natalie shares her backstory of moving from Poland to the US, the influence of her parents' work ethic, her journey in journalism, and how …
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