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The episode discusses the impact of AI on education and the need for adaptability in teaching and learning.

What do thunderstorms and artificial intelligence have in common? Uncertainty, unpredictability, and the reality that you can’t ignore what’s already here. In this episode of the Disrupt Education Podcast, Peter Hostrawser and Alli Dahl reflect on their conversation with futurist Rachael Mann M.Ed and unpack what AI is really doing to education right now. From the overwhelming pace of change to the fear many educators are feeling, this conversation gets real about what it means to teach and learn in a world that refuses to slow down. The discussion dives into why preparing students for one future is no longer enough, why human skills like communication and critical thinking are becoming premium assets, and how education must shift from control to adaptability. You will hear how AI is reshaping classrooms, redefining what it means to be “prepared,” and forcing educators to rethink everything from grading to curriculum design. The episode also explores the tension between moving too fast and not moving at all, and why the answer might be to experiment, get messy, and learn alongside students. If education waits for certainty, it will fall behind. The future is already here, and the…

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