The Fab Podcast

The “Lindy Effect”, a term coined by Benoit Mandelbrot and most recently studied by Nassim Taleb, says that the longer a concept has been around, the longer it is likely to stick around in the future. What are some Lindy ideas in Education? In this episode, we explore how education has evolved over the past…25 CENTURIES! And use the Lindy Effect to predict what educational methods are likely to stick around for the long run. ​Thanks for Listening!

We tend to associate play with laughter, fun, and having a good time. But play is not limited to that. Learn about the connections between creative play and learning, how different types of play lead to different kinds of learning, how to help kids develop as creative thinkers through play, and opportunities for creative play using technology. Thanks for listening!

The general assumption in our culture is that kids must be taught how to read, write, and do math. Wrong. Find out how unschooled kids are learning to read and do math without direct instruction, why we should learn on-demand instead of "just in case", the benefits of self-directed learning and the parent's role in it, and how to guide kids toward self-directed learning in everyday life. Thanks for listening!

How do we prepare for a remote work world? Learn 6 skills to succeed in a remote work environment and how to help kids develop these skills. 1) Online presence and self-marketing 2) Strong written communication skills 3) Knowledge management and digital organizational skills 4) Computerized leadership 5) Digital relationship building 6) Self-discipline and self-motivation Thanks for listening!