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305. Teach Students to Question Data with Dr. Manfred Stapff
Jun 22, 2026
32m 17s
304. Build Community-Connected Learning Ecosystems with Laura Tavares
Jun 8, 2026
31m 34s
303. Let Children Lead Through Entrepreneurship with Leah Ellis
May 25, 2026
30m 43s
302. Centering Student Agency Through Experiential Learning with Amy Besida
May 11, 2026
30m 39s
301. Build Student Voice Through Creativity with Betsy Potash
Apr 27, 2026
30m 55s
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| 6/22/26 | ![]() 305. Teach Students to Question Data with Dr. Manfred Stapff | In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we’re joined by Dr. Manfred Stapff, physician, researcher, author of Real-World Evidence Unveiled, and host of The Real-World Evidence Perspective. Together, we explore how educators can help students navigate a world overflowing with information, misinformation, statistics, and AI-generated answers.Dr. Stapff shares practical ways to teach learners how to evaluate data, trace information back to its source, and ask better questions before accepting something as true. From clinical trials and real-world evidence to ChatGPT, journalism, and old-school library research, this conversation is a thoughtful reminder that information literacy is now an essential life skill. Join us to explore how we can help students become more discerning, curious, and responsible users of information.To learn more, visit: pastfoundation.orgWe unbox:Why reliable information matters for decision-making in education, medicine, politics, and everyday lifeHow students can learn to question data, statistics, and sources before accepting them as trueThe difference between controlled scientific studies and messy real-world evidenceHow AI can help gather information while still requiring human judgment and critical thinkingWhy educators should teach learners to trace information back to original sourcesThe growing responsibility of the receiver in evaluating misinformation and biasResources:Real-World Evidence Unveiled: Navigating the Maze of Modern Misinformation by Dr. Manfred StapffThe Real-World Evidence Perspective on Spotify Dr. Manfred Stapff’s LinkedIn Candid AdvisoryProduced by NOVA | 32m 17s | ||||||
| 6/8/26 | ![]() 304. Build Community-Connected Learning Ecosystems with Laura Tavares✨ | learning ecosystemscommunity partnerships+4 | Laura Tavares | WPS Institutepastfoundation.org+2 | Salem, Massachusetts | learning ecosystemsstudent agency+5 | — | 31m 34s | |
| 5/25/26 | ![]() 303. Let Children Lead Through Entrepreneurship with Leah Ellis✨ | entrepreneurshipchildren's education+4 | Leah Ellis | Society of Child Entrepreneurspastfoundation.org+3 | — | child entrepreneursbusiness skills+5 | — | 30m 43s | |
| 5/11/26 | ![]() 302. Centering Student Agency Through Experiential Learning with Amy Besida✨ | experiential learningstudent agency+3 | Amy Besida | EmbarcHarper High School+1 | Chicago | student agencyexperiential learning+5 | — | 30m 39s | |
| 4/27/26 | ![]() 301. Build Student Voice Through Creativity with Betsy Potash✨ | student voicecreativity+4 | Betsy Potash | Spark Creativity Teacher Podcastpastfoundation.org+1 | — | student voicecreativity+5 | — | 30m 55s | |
| 4/13/26 | ![]() 300. Design Learning That Sparks Confidence with Ashley Price✨ | student-centered learningconfidence building+3 | Ashley Price | PAST Foundationthe PAST Foundation+2 | — | student voicechoice+4 | — | 36m 41s | |
| 3/30/26 | ![]() 299. Reimagining Reading Through Visual Design with Hillary Summerbell✨ | visual dyslexiareading+3 | Hillary Summerbell | Summerbell technologyLearning Unboxed+7 | — | comprehensionvisual clutter+2 | — | 30m 17s | |
| 3/16/26 | ![]() 298. Reimagining Public Education Through Microschools with ECPPS Microschool✨ | microschoolspublic education+2 | Keith ParkerColina Bartlett+2 | ECPPS MicroschoolLearning Unboxed+7 | Elizabeth CityNorth Carolina+2 | education reformproject-based learning+1 | — | 40m 30s | |
| 3/2/26 | ![]() 297. Build Grit Through Youth Entrepreneurship with Krystal Popov✨ | youth entrepreneurshipgrit+3 | Krystal Popov | business-in-a-box kitsLearning Unboxed+3 | — | Futurepreneurbusiness-in-a-box+4 | — | 29m 57s | |
| 2/16/26 | ![]() 296. Building Citywide Learning Ecosystems with Belén Quellet✨ | citywide learning ecosystemscommunity partnerships+7 | Belén Quellet | Learning UnboxedThe Learning Quest+4 | Falls ChurchVirginia | learning environmentcuriosity+3 | — | 32m 05s | |
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| 2/2/26 | ![]() 295. Building Resilient Minds in Education with Ishan Shivanand✨ | resilience trainingmental health+4 | Ishan Shivanand | The Practice of ImmortalityYoga of Immortals+2 | — | breathworkmeditation+3 | — | 23m 56s | |
| 1/19/26 | ![]() 294. Building an Industry-Driven Tech High School with Nathan Gorsch✨ | educationtechnology+2 | Nathan Gorsch | Colorado Springs School of Technologythe Colorado Springs School of Technology+10 | NYC | immersive learningethical leadership+2 | — | 28m 52s | |
| 1/5/26 | ![]() 293. Rebuilding Teen Motivation and Daily Habits with Sean Geraghty✨ | teen motivationdaily habits+3 | Sean Geraghty | Reset CoachingCenter for Teen Flourishing+6 | — | Reset CoachingCenter for Teen Flourishing+2 | — | 29m 33s | |
| 12/15/25 | ![]() 292. Advancing Early College IT Pathways Through Microschool Innovation with Lisa Huffman✨ | Early College IT PathwaysMicroschool Innovation+4 | Lisa Huffman | Microschoolthe University of Cincinnati’s+7 | — | real-world problem-based learningaccelerated degree completion+2 | — | 30m 22s | |
| 12/1/25 | ![]() 291. Building Learner-Centered Ecosystems Through Community Partnerships with Coi Marie Morefield✨ | learner-centered educationcommunity partnerships+3 | Coi Marie Morefield | the Lab School of Memphisthe Lab School’s+3 | — | Lab School of MemphisWaldorf+3 | — | 30m 57s | |
| 11/10/25 | ![]() 290. Building Math Confidence Through Strategy and Sensemaking with Mike Kenny | What if we taught math facts through understanding instead of memorization? In this episode, we welcome Mike Kenny—Vermont fifth-grade math teacher and creator of MathFactLab—who shares how strategy-based practice grounded in number sense transforms fluency and confidence. Inspired by the Vermont Mathematics Initiative, Mike reframed "flashcards" into visual, model-rich experiences that help students construct new facts from previously mastered ones.We dive into how MathFactLab shifts classroom culture—helping students rediscover joy, confidence, and agency in math through reasoning rather than rote recall. Mike also shares how teachers can use progress tracking and conceptual tools to build genuine understanding and long-term success. This is a conversation about turning math from memorization into meaning.To learn more, visit: pastfoundation.orgWe unbox:Strategy-based fluency vs. rote memorizationUsing visual models to reduce cognitive loadConstructing new fact knowledge from mastered factsProgress monitoring and impartial data collectionBuilding student agency, confidence, and joy in mathResources:MathFactLab"Fluency Without Fear" by Jo Boaler (YouCubed) | 27m 35s | ||||||
| 10/27/25 | ![]() 289. Opening College Doors for Free with Jefferson Pestronk | In this episode of Learning Unboxed, I’m joined by Jefferson Pestronk, Executive Director at Modern States, to discuss how their free online courses and College Board’s CLEP exams make college credit accessible to everyone. Learners can take self-paced courses, earn vouchers, and bring passing CLEP scores to nearly 3,000 colleges—no tuition required on the Modern States side.Jefferson shares how this model supports high schoolers, college students, and adult learners alike through flexible, scalable pathways. We also talk about AI tutoring, virtual cohorts, and statewide programs like Ohio’s new policy recognizing CLEP in diploma metrics.To learn more, visit: pastfoundation.orgWe unbox:How Modern States + CLEP unlocks free, transcripted college credit for learners anywhere.Who it serves—from teens to comebackers—and flexible ways schools embed it.Funding the path: philanthropic support, employer benefits, and state policies.New supports for self-paced success: AI tutoring and virtual cohorts.Ohio’s policy shift elevating CLEP in accountability and diploma seals.Resources:Modern States — Create a free account and browse the full course library; look for the green “Sign Up” buttons.College Board CLEP — Check which colleges accept which exams and the score needed to earn credit.Connect with Jefferson Pestronk on LinkedInProduced by NOVA | 33m 48s | ||||||
| 10/13/25 | ![]() 288. Ruckus Leadership with Danny Bauer | In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we’re joined by Danny Bauer, host of the Better Leaders, Better Schools podcast and a champion for reimagining education through leadership. Danny shares how his journey from assistant principal to leading a global community of “ruckus makers” has been fueled by a belief that leadership is service and schools must evolve beyond the status quo. His perspective challenges us to think differently about what school is for and how leaders can inspire students and educators alike.We explore the importance of creating schools that kids actually want to show up for, the role of curiosity in shaping the future of learning, and why agency and authenticity are essential in leadership. From transforming abandoned spaces into learning labs to helping principals embrace bold, creative choices, Danny illustrates how disruption can open doors to new possibilities.This conversation dives into leadership, agency, AI in education, and reimagining what makes school meaningful for both learners and leaders. Join us as we unpack how to build communities of growth, create irresistible learning environments, and embrace the power of disruption in education.To learn more, visit: pastfoundation.orgWe unbox:Leadership as service in transforming educationCreating schools that inspire students to “opt in”How curiosity and agency drive meaningful learningResources:Better Leaders, Better SchoolsLearning Unboxed PodcastFollow Danny Bauer on Instagram: @betterleadersbetterschoolsProduced by NOVA | 33m 57s | ||||||
| 9/29/25 | ![]() 287. Psychological Safety in Classrooms with Craig Randall | In this episode of Learning Unboxed, I’m joined by Craig Randall, author of Trust-Based Observations, to explore how great teaching thrives when educators feel psychologically safe. We look at why traditional evaluation systems—rubrics, ratings, and high-stakes observations—stifle innovation, and how Craig’s trust-first model creates space for teachers to take risks and grow.Craig shares his three-part approach: short, unannounced, strengths-based classroom visits; reflective conversations that begin with questions rather than judgments; and concrete, teacher-chosen support. From asking permission before offering suggestions to co-teaching or modeling strategies, each step builds trust so educators feel safe to experiment.We also talk about scaling impact—aligning professional learning to core pedagogy, tapping in-house expertise, and working within mandated systems without losing sight of trust. The result is what John Hattie calls “collective teacher efficacy in action”—a culture where teachers share wins, iterate openly, and drive stronger student learning.To learn more, visit: pastfoundation.orgWe unbox:Why ratings of pedagogy erode trust—and how mindset-focused feedback changes the game.The mechanics of a strengths-based observation cycle (short, unannounced, reflective, supportive).“Marbles in the jar”: lowering vulnerability to unlock risk-taking and innovation.Turning observations into ongoing PD and collective teacher efficacy.Practical ways to work within evaluation mandates while centering trust.Resources:Learn more at TrustBased.comRead Trust-Based Observations by Craig RandallConnect with Craig on LinkedInProduced by NOVA | 31m 26s | ||||||
| 9/15/25 | ![]() 286. Accelerating Reading Fluency with Tim Waldron | In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we dive into reading skills development with Tim Waldron, CEO of Readable English. We explore why so many students—especially in upper elementary, middle, and high school—are still reading below grade level and what it takes to close that gap quickly. The stakes are high: student confidence, classroom participation, and long-term success in college, career, and beyond.Tim explains how English’s irregular spelling makes decoding harder than in phonetic languages. Readable English offers a research-backed approach—adding syllable breaks, grayed-out silent letters, and 21 glyphs tied to English phonemes—to reduce cognitive load and speed fluency and comprehension. This method supports the science of reading and Scarborough’s Rope by freeing up brainpower for meaning-making.We also look at implementation: browser-based tools that mark up any digital text, short daily “reading power-ups” aligned to CTE pathways, and a light lift for teachers through two virtual trainings. Tim shows how schools can help students make up to two years of growth in a semester. Getting kids reading at grade level opens doors to deeper learning, authentic participation, and real opportunity.To learn more, visit: pastfoundation.orgWe unbox:The decoding problem: why English spelling slows fluency—and how glyphs reduce cognitive load.A multi-sensory, research-backed approach that accelerates accuracy, rate, and comprehension.Practical school rollout: minimal PD, browser tools, and daily practice that scales.Supporting multilingual learners and older struggling readers without derailing core instruction.Career-connected literacy: CTE-aligned reading “power-ups” to build relevance and motivation.Resources:Readable English — Explore the methodology, research, and request a demoClassroom Browser Extension — Let students double-click any word for markup, pronunciation, definitions, and L1 translation; pilot it with a small group to see immediate impactProduced by NOVA | 29m 47s | ||||||
| 9/1/25 | ![]() 285. Instructional Audio for Equitable Classrooms with David Solomon | In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we welcome David Solomon, CEO of Lightspeed Technologies, to unpack “instructional audio”—low-volume, high-clarity sound that makes the teacher’s voice equally intelligible in every seat. We explore why clarity beats volume for attention, language development, and early learners, and how speaking in a natural tone calms the room and boosts comprehension.We also dig into real-world use: integrating classroom audio with displays, computers, PA, and security so pages and emergencies cut through, and teachers can route any audio evenly across the room. David shares quick-win adoption tips—from simple in-class demos to funding paths like bond measures, Title I, and local foundations—and how Lightspeed’s Activate tool supports small-group instruction by letting teachers listen in and jump in at the right moment.To learn more, visit: pastfoundation.orgWe unbox:What “instructional audio” is and why clarity beats volume for K–12 learning.How to integrate classroom audio with displays, computers, PA, security, and phones.Funding routes: bond measures, Title I, and school foundations.Avoiding sound bleed and creating an even sound field in every seat.Small‑group instruction with Activate and boosting student agency.Resources:Learn more: Lightspeed TechnologiesConnect with David on LinkedInProduced by NOVA | 29m 50s | ||||||
| 8/25/25 | ![]() 284. Restorative Schools, Real Accountability with Nicholas Bradford | When it comes to student behavior, punishment often gets mistaken for progress. In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we sit down with Nicholas Bradford, founder of the National Center for Restorative Justice, to explore a better path: restorative practices that build relationships, invite accountability, and strengthen school communities. Nicholas shares why “punishing our way to good behavior” doesn’t work—and how restorative approaches help students understand impact, repair harm, and reintegrate with dignity.We unpack what real implementation looks like, from relationship-building circles to conferences scaled to the level of harm. Nicholas also highlights how schools can transform detention into a space for reflection and repair, and why accountability must go beyond a private apology to include the larger community.To learn more, visit: pastfoundation.orgWe unbox:Why punitive systems fail—and what it means to center relationships and repairHow to design restorative responses that scale from low-level conflicts to serious harmThe power of peer voice and student social capital in changing behaviorTurning detention into development: reflection, mentoring, and accountable next stepsTrue accountability vs. coercion, and making repair visible so communities learnResources:National Center for Restorative JusticeConnect with Nicholas Bradford on LinkedInProduced by NOVA | 32m 28s | ||||||
| 8/18/25 | ![]() 283. The Early Childhood Promise with Dr. Aimee E. Ketchum & Dr. Crystal Corle Loose | In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we welcome Dr. Aimee E. Ketchum and Dr. Crystal Corle Loose, co-authors of The Early Childhood Promise. With a wealth of experience in pediatrics, occupational therapy, early education, and community outreach, they guide us through the transformative power of early childhood through evidence-backed strategies and a commitment to equity.Throughout our conversation, Aimee and Crystal shed light on how play shapes children's brain development, language, and emotional resilience—and why high-stakes accountability and underfunded early childhood systems have eroded these critical opportunities. They also offer inspiring solutions for educators, parents, and policymakers to restore play, support vulnerable communities, and revitalize early learning ecosystems.Join us as we explore tangible, research-informed steps—from engaging families at birth to nurturing play-based environments—that champion every child’s potential to thrive.To learn more, visit: pastfoundation.orgWe unbox:The science behind play and its role in brain development, language, and problem-solvingHow federal policies and high-stakes testing pushed play out of classrooms—and why it must returnThe undervaluing of early childhood educators and its impact on children’s futuresWhy risky play and unstructured time are critical for building resiliencePractical steps for schools and communities to engage families from birth and support early learningResources:Read: The Early Childhood Promise: Sparking Change for Parents, Early Childhood Professionals, and PolicymakersLearn more at developingchild.harvard.eduProduced by NOVA | 31m 03s | ||||||
| 8/11/25 | ![]() 282. Place-Based Nature Learning with Christie McKelvie | In this episode of Learning Unboxed, we sit down with Christie McKelvie, co-founder and director of Rooted & Free Nature School, to talk about the transformative potential of place-based education. Christie shares her journey from classroom teacher to nature school founder, explaining how hands-on outdoor learning can nurture children’s confidence, agency, and love of nature.We explore how Rooted & Free uses nature as its primary teacher, the benefits of “risky play,” and the unique way the school blends free exploration with guided learning. Christie also offers practical tips for traditional educators who want to bring more outdoor experiences into their own classrooms, even with limited resources.If you’re curious about creating more meaningful and connected learning opportunities for kids, you’ll be inspired by Christie’s insights and her vision for education rooted in community and nature.To learn more, visit: pastfoundation.orgWe unbox:The philosophy and mission behind Rooted & Free Nature SchoolHow place-based, experiential education fosters agency and environmental stewardshipThe value of risk and “risky play” in children’s developmentPractical strategies for bringing outdoor learning into traditional classroomsBuilding community partnerships and increasing access to nature-based programsResources:Learn more at Rooted and Free Nature SchoolFollow Rooted & Free on Instagram: @rootedandfreenatureschoolProduced by NOVA | 31m 03s | ||||||
| 8/4/25 | ![]() 281. Generational Learning Shifts with Jeff Utecht | In this episode of Learning Unboxed, I’m joined by Jeff Utecht, co-host of the Shifting Schools podcast and a consultant focused on generational change and AI in education. We explore how different generations—Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, Gen Z, and even Gen Alpha—bring unique values and expectations to both learning and work, and why understanding these differences is crucial for educators navigating today’s evolving classroom and workforce.Jeff shares practical insights on adapting to digitally native students who expect gamified, collaborative experiences and discusses how tools like generative AI can help educators meet these changing needs.To learn more, visit: pastfoundation.orgWe unbox:How generational experiences shape learning styles and valuesNavigating the challenges of four generations in the workplace and classroomWhy Gen Z and Alpha learners expect gamification and collaborationThe importance of authenticity and embracing failure in educationLeveraging AI to bridge generational gaps and support new approaches to teachingResources:Listen to the Shifting Schools Podcast – Weekly conversations on modern schooling, leadership, and educational innovation.Connect with Jeff Utecht for consulting or speaking via his website or on LinkedInRead: Generations by William Strauss and Neil HoweProduced by NOVA | 34m 02s | ||||||
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