Podcasts about higher ed

Christopher Ostro discusses the AI grief cycle on episode 601 of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast. Quotes from the episode The fact is there are things we’re grieving. Our job has profoundly changed in huge ways in a very short period of time. -Christopher Ostro Our traditional assessments suddenly are not working effectively like we used to think that they did. -Christopher Ostro I want my students to view me as a resource and as someone that they can trust. -Christopher Ostro When something makes me uncomfortable, I want to lean in and understand it better. -Christopher Ostro Resources AI Grief Cycle Talk for CU, by Christoper Ostro Slides for Chris' AI Grief Cycle Talk Mosaic Approach Docs from Christopher Ostro Swiss Cheese (or Roumy Cheese) Model for Assessment/Assignments Swiss Cheese Analogy for COVID-19 – Rumi Cheese Analogy for Inclusive Education, by Maha Bali Daniel Stanford's LinkedIn Post Kristen Howerton Bonni's Go Somewhere AI Resources and Episodes Chris' AI Literacy Assignments Goblin.Tools Long Shadow: Breaking the Internet – The End of the World as We Know It What AI Companions Are Missing, by Adam Grant Chris' CU AI Reading Group Reading List

In the final Key episode of 2025, IHE's news editor Katherine Knott and federal policy reporter Jessica Blake join editor in chief Sara Custer to discuss the three stories that encapsulate the year in state and federal policy.

In Part 3 of this Pulse Check series, host Jake Tolman reveals the real prep work for effective project managment — the parts that never make it into the sales deck. You'll learn how to identify your project manager, early risks to watch for, and effective change models to guide your people. You'll walk away knowing exactly what to look for in an effective project leader, what to prepare them for, and whether you need expert guidance to get there.  - - - -Connect With Our Host:Mallory Willsea https://www.linkedin.com/in/mallorywillsea/https://twitter.com/mallorywillseaAbout The Enrollify Podcast Network:The Higher Ed Pulse is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this final episode of the year, Dustin talked with Ruth Bauer, President at InsideTrack, who shared how the organization's new Coaching Lab is expanding access to coaching far beyond traditional college students. Ruth reflects on 12+ years of building human-centered, tech-supported student success systems and explores how flexible, scalable coaching can support everyone from GED earners to returning adult learners.Guest Name: Ruth Bauer, President, InsideTrackGuest Social: LinkedInGuest Bio: Ruth Bauer is a purpose-driven leader, executive, and lifelong learner who is currently serving as the President of InsideTrack, a student success coaching nonprofit that has served over 3.6 million learners since 2001.Over the past two decades, she has devoted her career to education and personal development at every level -- from early childhood education to higher education and corporate learning and development. As a proud first-generation college student and public school mom, Ruth has seen the transformative potential of expanding educational opportunity in my own life, which sparked a lifelong passion for working at the intersection of education, social impact, and leadership. - - - -Connect With Our Host:Dustin Ramsdellhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinramsdell/About The Enrollify Podcast Network:The Higher Ed Geek is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Should colleges actively resist the Trump administration or find ways to engage and compromise? Vanderbilt University's chancellor, Daniel Diermeier, has emerged as a leading example of engagement — facing a mix of cheers and jeers in the academy. Jeff and Michael talked with Diermeier about why he thinks higher education needs to change, and his ambitions to grow his institution's prestige and research impact. This episode is made with support from Ascendium Education Group. Relevant Links:“Live from Milken: One-on-One with Bill Ackman,” preview Future U episode.“Arizona State's President Is Pulling Out All the Stops to Get on Trump's Good Side,” in The New York Times.“The Elite-University Presidents Who Despise One Another,” in The Atlantic.“The (Not So) Quiet Schism Among Academic Leaders,” in The Chronicle of Higher Education.“College-Age Jews Are Heading South,” in The Atlantic. Chapters0:00 - Introduction2:07 - Why Vanderbilt's Chancellor Stands Out in This Moment4:46 - Is Vanderbilt Trying to Beat the Ivies?7:23 - Why Vanderbilt Chose Dialogue With Trump Administration10:06 - Did Higher Ed Get Too Comfortable?11:12 - Are Higher Ed Institutions Up to the Challenge of Responding to Trump?15:22 - What Daniel Diermeier Sees As Most Needed Reform for Higher Ed17:40 - Will 'Resistance" by Colleges Hurt Federal Funding Broadly?21:48 - Could the U.S. Lose the Lead In Higher Ed?23:25 - Why Jewish Students are Flocking to Vanderbilt - 26:58 - A Plan for Expansion to Other Cities29:03 - Sponsor Break 29:43 - Is Trump the Symptom or Cause of Higher Ed's Challenges?34:37 - A Rift Over How to Respond to Skepticism of College37:40 - How Could the Research Process Be Reformed?39:41 - The Fallout from October 7 Protests43:40 - The Challenge of Political Diversity on Campus49:37 - Can a New Group of Campuses Unseat the Ivy League?52:06 - The Role of College Athletics in Campus Prestige53:06 - A Regional Shift in Prominence57:55 - Lightning Round With Daniel Diermeier Connect with Michael Horn:Sign Up for the The Future of Education NewsletterWebsiteLinkedInX (Twitter)Threads  Connect with Jeff Selingo:Dream School: Finding the College That's Right for YouSign Up for the Next NewsletterWebsiteX (Twitter)ThreadsLinkedInConnect with Future U:TwitterYouTubeThreadsInstagramFacebookLinkedIn  Submit a question and if we answer it on air we'll send you Future U. swag!Sign up for Future U. emails to get special updates and behind-the-scenes content.

Show Preview: Yesterday's IlluminatEd podcast is today's Quantum Leap. Join N2N and LightLeapAI as we delve into the stories, characters, and plotlines driving today's AI decisions across higher education. 

In this episode of Mission Admissions host Jeremy Tiers talks with well known former college basketball head coach Tom Crean about handling stress and anxiety in a high pressure work environment.Guest Name: Tom Crean, College/NBA Basketball Analyst & Former College Basketball Head CoachGuest Bio: Tom Crean is a college basketball analyst for ESPN and Westwood One, and he's also part of the FanDuel Sports Network broadcast team for the Minnesota Timberwolves. Tom previously spent 22 seasons as the head men's basketball coach at the University of Georgia, Indiana University, and Marquette University. His many accolades include leading Marquette to the 2003 NCAA Final Four, multiple coach of the year award honors, and regularly leading his teams to national rankings and postseason bids. Tom is a graduate of Central Michigan University. - - - -Connect With Our Host:Jeremy Tiershttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremytiers/https://twitter.com/CoachTiersAbout The Enrollify Podcast Network:Mission Admissions is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For Dr. Dondi Costin, President of Liberty University,  God's direction led from a timid teenager afraid to speak in public, to a decorated military chaplain, to the presidency of one of the largest Christian universities in the world. His story is a powerful reminder that God's sovereignty weaves every season, assignment, and relationship into a calling far greater than we imagine. With humility and clarity, Dr. Costin reflects on leadership, obedience, identity, and the future of Christian higher education.

For our next inductee to the Enrollify Hall of Fame, we're celebrating the game-changing contributions of John Azoni, founder and executive producer at UNVEILD — a creative studio on a mission to help colleges and universities tell better stories through repeatable, student-centered video content. Across episodes of Talking Tactics, Mission Admissions, and Confessions of a Higher Ed CMO, John has consistently challenged institutions to think beyond one-off glossy video productions. His vision? A smarter, scalable system that helps enrollment and marketing teams meet Gen Z where they are — with authenticity, consistency, and strategy. In this special episode, we've compiled some of John's most impactful clips across the Enrollify Podcast Network — a masterclass in both the craft and the strategy of video in higher ed. - - - -Connect With Our Host:Mallory Willsea https://www.linkedin.com/in/mallorywillsea/https://twitter.com/mallorywillseaAbout The Enrollify Podcast Network:The Higher Ed Pulse is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's YOUR time to #EdUp with Honar Issa, Secretary-General, Dilan Rostam, Director for Higher Education, & Boushra Rahal Alameh, President, Kurdistan Accrediting Association for Education (KAAE)In this episode, recorded Live from the Middle States Commission on Higher Education⁠ 2025 Annual ConferenceYOUR cohost is Dr. Davie Gilmour, Commissioner, Immediate Past Chair of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, & President (Ret.) Emeritus of PennsylvaniaCollege of TechnologyYOUR host is ⁠⁠Dr. Joe SallustioHow did Kurdistan rebuild its education system after decades of war, embargos & disconnection from the international community by establishing KAAE in 2022 with Middle States as official partner to bring standardization & peer review to institutions?Why did 11 pilot universities & K-12 schools voluntarily participate in this model project with 4 additional institutions asking "why didn't you choose us" because competition drives them to implement standards & become founding institutions opening doors for globalization?How does introducing a ranking system within accreditation incentivize institutions to focus on mission centricity, governance, effectiveness & student outcomes rather than just financial burden or political challenges?Listen in to #EdUpThank YOU so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to EdUp!Connect with YOUR EdUp Team - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠& ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠● Join YOUR EdUp community at ⁠The EdUp Experience⁠We make education YOUR business!P.S. Want to get early, ad-free access & exclusive leadership content to help support the show? Then ⁠⁠​subscribe today​⁠⁠ to lock in YOUR $5.99/m lifetime supporters rate! This offer ends December 31, 2025!

Bad arguments are nothing new, so why does it appear as if they have become so pervasive in public discourse? When we watch so-called "debate" videos with titles like "Conservative professor DESTROYS woke student" or "Liberal pundit OWNS Conservative Senator," are we actually watching a rational debate? Is anyone learning anything in these exchanges? Or, as is most likely, are we watching the performance of a well-reasoned debate, absent any concern for the truth whatsoever?The ancient Greeks had a name for this: sophistry. It originally referred to the craft of paid expert-teaching-- especially training in rhetoric-- for success in public life. So, how did “expertise in persuasive argument” later become something more like “specious reasoning in service of persuasion rather than truth”?Are we actually harmed-- as individuals and as a society-- by bad reasoning, logical fallacies, and the robust critical thinking that might correct them? Pour yourself a drink and join us for this conversation about the historical and current iterations of sophistry.Full episode notes available at this link:https://hotelbarpodcast.com/sophistry---------------------SUBSCRIBE to the podcast now to automatically download new episodes!SUPPORT Hotel Bar Sessions Podcast on Patreon here! (Or by contributing one-time donations here!)BOOKMARK the Hotel Bar Sessions website here for detailed show notes and reading lists, and contact any of our co-hosts here.Hotel Bar Sessions is also on Facebook, YouTube, BlueSky, and TikTok. Like, follow, share, duet, whatever... just make sure your friends know about us! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Today we spotlight Marina Cooper, Senior Associate Vice President for Integrated Marketing and Brand at Johns Hopkins University. Known for her strategic boldness and deep empathy, Marina shares insights on navigating AI in higher ed marketing, overcoming imposter syndrome, and leading with intentionality. From dynamic creative optimization to building supportive professional networks, this episode offers a masterclass in modern leadership for higher ed marketers. Tune in to discover how Marina blends curiosity with discipline and innovation with integrity. - - - -Connect With Our Host:Mallory Willsea https://www.linkedin.com/in/mallorywillsea/https://twitter.com/mallorywillseaAbout The Enrollify Podcast Network:The Higher Ed Pulse is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send us a textJoin hosts Alex Sarlin and Ben Kornell as they break down the biggest shifts in global edtech. From PhysicsWallah's major IPO to Google–OpenAI competition, higher-ed adoption of AI, and new benchmarks shaping the future of learning. ✨ Episode Highlights [00:07:00] PhysicsWallah's IPO reshapes Indian edtech and signals renewed global momentum [00:15:00] Google and OpenAI escalate the AI race with Gemini 3, Nano Banana Pro, and OpenAI's “garlic” model [00:31:00] Higher education shifts from AI resistance to AI integration across teaching and majors [00:39:00] Rural districts test new connected learning models backed by major tech partners [00:40:00] Learning Agency launches the first Education AI Leaderboard for model benchmarkingPlus, special guests: [00:45:30] Andrew Carlins, Co-Founder & CEO of Songscription on AI-powered music transcription and access[01:01:10] Eric Tao, Founder & CEO of MegaMinds, and Austin Levinson, Director of Learning at MegaMinds on immersive AI simulations for CTE and AI literacy

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12/12/25: MTA Pres Max Page & Berkshire Comm Coll Pres Ellen Kennedy: big threats to higher ed but reasons for optimism Free Press Co-Pres Craig Aaron: Trumps' EO prohibiting regul AI regulation, media mergers' threat to 1st Am. Holyoke Mayor Joshua Garcia: Trump's DOE killing Sublime Systems' low-carbon cement production facility. Political Gold w/ Josh Silver: Trump's vulnerabilities, SCOTUS to kill the Voting Rights Act? redistricting & 2026. Donnabelle Casis w/ poet Matt Dunovan & artist Ligia Bouton on Emily Dickinson & “A Something Overtakes the Mind.”

Dave Stachowiak joins Bonni to explore 6 pedagogical practices from 600 episodes on episode 600 of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast. Quotes from the episode When we stop aiming for perfection, we allow ourselves to then be fully present for others. -Bonni Stachowiak Practice 1: Start and end small. Practice 2: Build courses around curiosity, not coverage. Practice 3: Prioritize presence over perfection. Practice 4: Focus on relationships. Practice 5: Remember what is yours to do and what is not yours to do. Practice 6: Focus on becoming. -Bonni Stachowiak Resources Episodes with James Lang Small Teaching: Everyday Lessons from the Science of Learning, 2nd Edition, by James M. Lang Episodes with Tracie Addy Who's in Class Form Reach Everyone, Teach Everyone: Universal Design for Learning in Higher Education, by Thomas J. Tobin and Kirsten T. Behling Episodes with Tolu Noah Episode 404 – Annotation Is with Remi Kalir Episodes with Mia Zamora and Alan Levine Episode 577 – Teaching and Learning When Things Go Wrong with Jessamyn Neuhaus Episodes with Jesse Stommel Robert Talbert's Intentional Academia Episode 529 – Working the Gardens of Our Classrooms with James Lang Relationship-Rich Education: How Human Connections Drive Success in College, by Peter Felten and Leo M. Lambert Episode 331 – Relationship-Rich Education with Peter Felten and Leo Lambert Episode 551 – Relationship-Rich Education at Scale with Peter Felten and Kassidy Puckett Episodes with Karen Costa Episode 454 – Mental Health and Well Being with Zainab Okolo Episode 563 – Defy – The Power of Saying No in a World That Demands Yes with Sunita Suh Episodes with Stephen Brookfield Episodes with Kevin Gannon Tripsy Unsplash Wallpapers Festivas https://readwise.io/read

Self-care has become such a buzzword in recent years, it's tough to look at the concept beyond drinking enough water and going for a walk. But in the last year, it's become even more important for higher ed employees, who've seen their industry get really complicated: With the dismantling of the DOE and the canceling of billions in funding for research and key programs that support students, colleges are left vulnerable. Dr. Lindsey Nemcek, public relations manager at the College of Lake County in Illinois, regularly presents at NCMPR conferences about mental health, happiness and self-care. She shares real ways higher ed marcom and PR employees can take care of themselves. She gets a little honest and vulnerable with episode host, Beth Jendro Noël, NCMPR's director-at-large (DEI) and the director of communications & creative services at Middlesex Community College in Massachusetts.

In Part 2 of this Pulse Check series, Jake Tolman sits down with Kirsten Gallagher, founder of Kaizen Ninja and a process improvement expert, to explore how AI can be a powerful tool for refining operations and driving better student outcomes in higher ed. This episode dives deep into the messy middle of project implementation—where systems break down and process gaps become most apparent—and explores how AI can help campuses spot inefficiencies, adapt quickly, and scale with confidence. Whether you're mapping out admissions workflows or figuring out how to better serve military students, this is a must-listen for higher ed PMs and campus leaders alike. - - - -Connect With Our Host:Mallory Willsea https://www.linkedin.com/in/mallorywillsea/https://twitter.com/mallorywillseaAbout The Enrollify Podcast Network:The Higher Ed Pulse is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jenny Li Fowler sits down with Rochelle Reed, Social Media Manager at James Madison University (JMU), to unpack how Instagram Stories evolved from an overlooked feature into a strategic powerhouse for campus engagement. Rochelle shares how JMU has built a data-driven Instagram Stories strategy that prioritizes interaction, authenticity, and smart storytelling. This episode is a goldmine for anyone serious about leveling up their social content game.Guest Name: Rochelle Reed, Social Media Manager, James Madison UniversityGuest Social: LinkedInGuest Bio: Rochelle Reed is the social media manager at James Madison University, where she works with students and campus partners to elevate JMU stories and connect with the JMU community.  Rochelle is a proud alum of JMU and is honored to steward the growth of JMU's social media presence. With a decade of social media experience, most in higher education, Rochelle leads a community of practice for social media at JMU and provides guidance and support to campus partners across JMU. Her experience as a certified community manager allows her to navigate the flexible and dynamic landscape of social media and community management while ensuring JMU's online communities thrive and grow. Previously, Rochelle worked at Lehigh University, where she worked on the institutional and admissions social media accounts. - - - -Connect With Our Host:Jenny Li Fowlerhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jennylifowler/https://twitter.com/TheJennyLiAbout The Enrollify Podcast Network:Confessions of a Higher Ed Social Media Manager is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too! Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the final episode of 2025, host Alex Usher welcomes Robert Kelchen, a recurring favorite guest, to discuss the top 10 issues in American higher education over the past year. They cover a wide array of topics such as state funding for public higher education, efforts to dismantle the US Department of Education, rising athletic spending, DEI and admissions, the impact of artificial intelligence, international student enrollment trends, state-level DEI policies, and the challenges faced by university leadership. Additionally, they delve into the One Beautiful Bill Act and the Trump administration's higher education compact. Don't miss this comprehensive look into the major developments and challenges in the world of higher education in 2025.

What if launching a business was a graduation requirement? At Paul Quinn College, that's exactly what students are doing. In this episode, Dustin sat down with Jeff Meade from Paul Quinn College (PQC), who shares how this HBCU is integrating entrepreneurship into the student experience—not as an elective or a club, but as a campus-wide, curriculum-infused mission. You'll hear how students from every discipline are learning to think like founders, pitch real ideas, and even secure funding.Guest Name: Jeff Meade - Assistant Professor & Founding Director of Entrepreneurship at Paul Quinn CollegeGuest Social: LinkedInGuest Bio: Jeff Meade is the Founding Director of Entrepreneurship at Paul Quinn College, where he is leading a bold initiative: Every Quinnite is an Entrepreneur. The program ensures every student launches a venture before graduation, making entrepreneurship a core life skill rather than an extracurricular option.With over 20 years of experience growing companies and advising businesses, Jeff has scaled agencies to multimillion-dollar revenues and built client-side marketing programs that gained national recognition. His work has been featured in Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, and Entrepreneur Magazine. Today, Jeff is pioneering venture-based learning, a model that equips students with an entrepreneurial mindset, creativity, and real-world experience to thrive as founders, innovators, and intrapreneurs in any field. - - - -Connect With Our Host:Dustin Ramsdellhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinramsdell/About The Enrollify Podcast Network:The Higher Ed Geek is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jaime Hunt sits down with Meaghan Milliorn, Senior Director of Web Strategy and Operations at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, to unpack the web redesign process that earned national recognition. From overhauling outdated pages to building authentic buy-in through internal communications, Meaghan shares how a multi-year strategy helped UA Little Rock redefine its web presence—without losing the campus community along the way. If you're staring down the barrel of a major website overhaul, this episode is a must-listen.Guest Name: Meaghan Milliorn, Senior Director of Web Strategy at the University of Arkansas at Little RockGuest Social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meaghan-milliorn-fikes/Guest Bio: Meaghan Milliorn has worked at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock for 16 years and serves as the Senior Director of Web Strategy and Operations. She and her team are responsible for overseeing the university website, its strategic focus, and ensuring it meets the needs of future and current students. In 2025, she led the successful launch of the redesigned university website. She earned her degree in mass communication from UA Little Rock and is actively involved with Digital Collegium and its annual conference. - - - -Connect With Our Host:Jaime Hunthttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jaimehunt/https://twitter.com/JaimeHuntIMCAbout The Enrollify Podcast Network:Confessions of a Higher Ed CMO is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too! Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"There's something broken fundamentally in this country where we're not investing enough in the training of people."- Paul Fain- - - - - - -It's YOUR time to #EdUpPCOIn this episode,YOUR guest is Paul Fain, Co-Founder of Work Shift.YOUR host is Amrit Ahluwalia⁠⁠.Some key questions we tackle:How well aligned is the education ecosystem with the needs of the workforce?What does the postsecondary system do well, and where does it need to improve?How important is short-term credentialing to meeting the evolving needs of a fast-changing labour market?Listen in to #EdUp!Thank YOU so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to EdUp!Connect with YOUR EdUp Team - ⁠⁠⁠⁠Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠Join YOUR EdUp community at ⁠⁠⁠⁠The EdUp Experience⁠⁠⁠⁠!We make education YOUR business!

A 200 year old organization does not thrive by accident. Jennifer Holloran shares how the American Bible Society is renewing its mission for a new generation, strengthening Bible engagement in the U.S. and globally, and helping people encounter Scripture in transformative ways. Her leadership journey, combined with fresh insights from the State of the Bible survey, offers a compelling look at how God is moving through one of the nation's oldest ministries.

Meet the next inductee into Enrollify's Hall of Fame: Sarah Russell, Vice President of Marketing at Education Dynamics. In this special edition episode, host Mallory Willsea explores Sarah's most compelling insights pulled from her appearances on Higher Ed Pulse, EduData, and The Application. With 16+ years at the intersection of digital disruption and higher ed, Sarah dives deep into how AI is rewriting the rules of SEO, brand marketing, and enrollment strategy. This highlight-packed episode is essential listening for anyone navigating the messy middle of the student journey in 2025. - - - -Connect With Our Host:Mallory Willsea https://www.linkedin.com/in/mallorywillsea/https://twitter.com/mallorywillseaAbout The Enrollify Podcast Network:The Higher Ed Pulse is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

When TikTok bans threatened to upend their social strategy, one university's marketing team discovered an unlikely ally: their SEO colleagues. In this episode, Amanda Ferrill reveals how Temple University turned platform uncertainty into opportunity by marrying keyword research with vertical video content on YouTube Shorts. Learn why ditching cute captions for searchable titles might be the smartest move your social team makes this year. Plus, find out how a video aimed at parents became their surprise hit, all thanks to thinking like a search engine instead of just a content creator.Guest Name: Amanda Ferrill, Senior Associate Director of Social Media, Temple UniversityGuest Social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-ferrill/Guest Bio: Amanda Ferrill is the Senior Associate Director of Social Media at Temple University, specializing in strategic storytelling, audience engagement, and brand amplification. With a background spanning social media, marketing, and communications across higher education, she combines creative vision with analytics to build meaningful connections. Passionate about the power of community and conversation, Amanda turns ideas into strategy, strategy into content, and content into real connection. - - - -Connect With Our Host:Safaniya Stevensonhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/safaniyastevenson/ About The Enrollify Podcast Network:Talking Tactics is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too! Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Dr. Laura Parson, associate professor of educational and organizational leadership at North Dakota State University, joins the podcast to talk about how empathy can shape daily life in higher education. Dr. Parson explains what it means to understand someone's perspective, how self-awareness influences our reactions, and why timing matters when supporting students and colleagues. She also shares practical moments from campus life, including knowing when to pause, listen, and set a boundary. The conversation offers guidance for higher ed professionals who want to create a more supportive environment for the people they work with and serve.

Mallory sits down with one of the youngest AI creators to grace the show—eight-year-old Cora Budd, a third grader at Division Street Elementary. Together, they explore how Gen Alpha is already using AI not just for learning, but for bold, imaginative storytelling. From building entire fictional universes to designing merch and comics, Cora shows how her generation is blending creativity and technology in remarkable ways. This episode offers a glimpse into the future of AI in education, through the lens of a curious, confident third grader.Related Links:Parent Survey Finds Half of Gen Alpha Students Using AIGen AI and Gen Alpha: The impacts of growing up in an innovation cycleChildren's Mental Models of Generative Visual and Text Based AI Models  - - - -Connect With Our Host:Mallory Willsea https://www.linkedin.com/in/mallorywillsea/https://twitter.com/mallorywillseaAbout The Enrollify Podcast Network:The Higher Ed Pulse is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, Walter and Jeremy discuss Pete Hegseth's drug boat imbroglio, the Minnesota fraud scandal, the difficulty of managing the MAGA coalition, and the factors contributing to the decline in college enrollment, outcomes, and relevance.

This week we are rejoined by media scholar Nolan Higdon to discuss his latest work, “Unmasking Epstein: Power, Blackmail, and the Press's Failures.” We also delve into the increasingly problematic world of Artificial Intelligence, the challenges and threats AI poses, and the importance of critical AI literacy. Next, Mickey speaks to Brown University first year student James Libresco about his latest Dispatch on Media and Politics for Project Censored titled, “A Direct Attack on Freedom of Speech: Trump Takes on Higher Ed.” Libresco addresses media freedom and the student press, as well as the massive pushback to Trump's so-called “Compact for Excellence in Higher Education,” which actually poses major threats to academic freedom. Nolan Higdon is is a political analyst, author, host of The Disinfo Detox Podcast, curator of the Gaslight Gazette, a lecturer at Merrill College and the Education Department at University of California, Santa Cruz, and a Project Censored National Judge. Higdons areas of concentration include critical AI literacy, podcasting, digital culture, news media history and propaganda, and critical media literacy. He is a regular commentator on current affairs for several media networks in the San Francisco Bay Area. All of Higdons work is available at Substack. James Libresco was co-editor in chief of Theogony, his high school paper for the 2024-25 school year, where he covered education, city politics, and breaking news. His work has been published in The Alexandria Times, The Alexandria Gazette Packet and The Zebra, among other outlets. James recently published a Dispatch on Media and Politics for Project Censored on Trump's attacks on higher education and is currently a first year student at Brown University studying political science.   The News That Didn't Make the News. Each week, co-hosts Mickey Huff and Eleanor Goldfield conduct in depth interviews with their guests and offer hard hitting commentary on the key political, social, and economic issues of the day with an emphasis on critical media literacy. The post Project Censored:Media Failures and the Epstein Files, + AI Threats; Trump's Attacks on Higher Education appeared first on KPFA.

This week's episode takes Cory Doctorow's term “enshittification” and uses it as a diagnostic for late-capitalist life, not just for tech platforms but for democracy, higher education, and work more broadly. Our co-hosts unpack Doctorow's three-stage model—platforms start out good to users, then pivot to serving business customers, and finally squeeze both users and customers to extract maximum value for shareholders—and argue about whether this is really a new “platform logic” or just old-school Marxist exploitation and alienation under a punchier name.We connect this logic to the attention economy and datafication (“we are the product”), then extend it to U.S. democracy, where voters are treated as performers in a hollowed-out system, and to universities, where administrative bloat, metrics, and “students as customers” have produced an enshittified version of higher education, while students are locked-in by massive student debt. What is left for us in terms of  resistance?We look at some real options: exiting platforms, Labor organizing and union drives, “quiet quitting” and malicious compliance (“Bartleby”-esque moves), creative sabotage, and maybe even  “enshittification from below.”Our co-hosts ultimately advocate for insisting on higher standards, rather than accepting the slow boil of lowered expectations. Join us for the shit-show! Full episode notes available at this link:https://hotelbarpodcast.com/podcast/the-enshittification-of-everything/---------------------SUBSCRIBE to the podcast now to automatically download new episodes!SUPPORT Hotel Bar Sessions podcast on Patreon here! (Or by contributing one-time donations here!)BOOKMARK the Hotel Bar Sessions website here for detailed show notes and reading lists, and contact any of our co-hosts here.Hotel Bar Sessions is also on Facebook, YouTube, BlueSky, and TikTok. Like, follow, share, duet, whatever... just make sure your friends know about us! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Welcome back to the Enrollify Hall of Fame series, where we spotlight some of the most compelling voices and visionary thinkers in higher education marketing and enrollment. Today, we're featuring Carrie Pitts-Densmore, Vice President of Enrollment and Marketing at Johnston Community College. Carrie's fearless leadership style, her candor around AI and culture shifts, and her relentless focus on student-centered strategy make her a standout across multiple shows on the Enrollify Network. If you're grappling with how to implement tech, lead with equity, or build empowered teams, this Hall of Fame episode is a masterclass you won't want to miss. - - - -Connect With Our Host:Mallory Willsea https://www.linkedin.com/in/mallorywillsea/https://twitter.com/mallorywillseaAbout The Enrollify Podcast Network:The Higher Ed Pulse is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

David Gooblar shares how better teaching can make college more equitable on episode 599 of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast. Quotes from the episode Most of our scars are hidden. I think most of the time people don’t see the scars that we carry. -David Gooblar We get such a small window into our students lives. -David Gooblar The imaginary idea of the college student in America is of a privileged student. And that’s just not the case when we talk about American college students today. -David Gooblar We need to work to earn their trust, to convince our students that we’re working for them, that our job is to help them develop, learn, and grow. -David Gooblar Resources One Classroom at a Time: How Better Teaching Can Make College More Equitable, by David Gooblar Pedagogy Unbound: Weekly Thoughts on College Teaching from David Gooblar Stereotype Threat Tuckman's Stages of Team Formation Episode 585: Toward Socially Just Teaching with Bryan Dewsbury The Mentor’s Dilemma: Providing Critical Feedback Across the Racial Divide, by Geoffrey L. Cohen, Claude M. Steele, & Lee D. Ross Kagi Search Clip from Decoder Episode with Cory Doctorow on Mastodon The Verge: How Silicon Valley Enshittified the Internet with Cory Doctorow Adrienne Salinger: Teenagers in Their Bedrooms

The dotEDU hosts look back at a year that reshaped higher education in ways few expected back in January. Mushtaq, Sarah, and Jon talk through their top five stories of 2025, including  the push to dismantle the Department of Education, the cuts at NIH and NSF, the sweeping changes in the One Big Beautiful Bill, and Congress's response to it all. Here are some of the links and references from this week's show:  Register now for ACEx, Feb. 25-28, 2026, in Washington, DC  Higher Education & The Trump Administration: Resources Trump Administration Higher Ed Executive Order Tracker Full coverage of the 2nd Trump administration from The Chronicle of Higher Education  The U.S. Is Funding Fewer Grants in Every Area of Science and Medicine The New York Times (sub. req.) | Oct. 3, 2025

Jake Tolman, CEO of MainForm Consulting, kicks off a four-part pulse check series from Enrollify with guest John Connolly of PMO Delivery Partners. Together, they explore how the traditional Project Management Office (PMO) in higher education is evolving amidst digital transformation and the rise of AI. With deep insights on project governance, organizational learning, and AI's growing role in project management, this episode sets the stage for how institutions can future-proof their project work and governance models.mainformconsulting.com  - - - -Connect With Our Host:Mallory Willsea https://www.linkedin.com/in/mallorywillsea/https://twitter.com/mallorywillseaAbout The Enrollify Podcast Network:The Higher Ed Pulse is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join Tiffany MacLennan on the World of Higher Education Podcast as she interviews Alex Usher, President and CEO of Higher Education Strategy Associates, about their comprehensive report: The World of Higher Education — Year in Review 2025. This episode delves into the major global forces affecting higher education, including politics, demography, technology, and policy neglect. Understand the impacts of U.S. political upheavals, demographic declines, and rising private education in Western Europe. Learn which countries are emerging as bright spots and the fault lines to watch for in 2026.

In this episode, Dustin chats with Sabih Bin Wasi, Founder and CEO of Stellic, about rethinking course registration, degree planning, and the broader student experience. What started as a tool to help Sabih navigate his own college journey as a first-gen student has evolved into a platform used by over a million students worldwide. Together, they unpack why registration is more than a transactional task—it's a pivotal point that shapes academic, personal, and professional futures.Whether you're a registrar, advisor, or enrollment leader, this conversation will challenge you to question outdated systems and consider how better tech (and mindset shifts) can improve both the student and institutional experience.Guest Name: Sabih Bin Wasi - Founder and CEO at StellicGuest Social: LinkedInGuest Bio: Sabih Bin Wasi is the founder and CEO of Stellic, a student success platform transforming how universities help students plan and achieve their academic goals. As a student at Carnegie Mellon University, Sabih experienced firsthand how complex and confusing the higher education system can be for students trying to make the right choices about their paths. What started as a personal frustration with course planning evolved into a drive to reimagine how institutions support students through their most consequential years.Under Sabih's leadership, Stellic has grown from a student-built prototype at CMU to a comprehensive enterprise platform used by over 80 universities to streamline degree planning, advising, and academic operations. Sabih is energized by Stellic's mission to enable 10 million student success stories, and as a lifelong learner at heart, he continues to approach every challenge with curiosity, creativity, and a deep belief in the power of higher education to transform lives. - - - -Connect With Our Host:Dustin Ramsdellhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinramsdell/About The Enrollify Podcast Network:The Higher Ed Geek is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The amount of lying that is taking place in “alternative media” is astounding and I discuss that, along with other examples of the seasonal fraud that is taking place; A few university money fines have occurred and MSU is teaching their pre-service teachers to be activists, per usual; I also have a new segment called Vivek is an ass and I discuss why he is; and the COVID scam is making more waves and being discussed openly again.    Book Websites: https://www.moneytreepublishing.com/shop PROMO CODE: “AEFM” for 10% OFF, or https://armreg.co.uk PROMO CODE: "americaneducationfm" for 15% off all books and products. (I receive no kickbacks).  https://www.thriftbooks.com/ Q posts book: https://drive.proton.me/urls/JJ78RV1QP8#yCO0wENuJQPH

Welcome to Episode 152 of the Think UDL podcast: OER Resources with Carolee Clyne from UDL in 15 minutes. This episode features Carolee Clyne from BCcampus in British Columbia. She shares her passion for Open Education Resources and how they connect with UDL. This episode is a feed drop of another UDL podcast called UDL in 15 minutes, hosted by Loui Lord Nelson, a scholar, author, and UDL advocate and consultant, and also my friend and a fabulously generous person! When I broke my ankle in 2023, she sent me a surprise care package with all the things I needed in my recovery since she had gone through the same thing!  Funny story, Loui and I started our podcasts within a week of one another in 2018 and have been fans of each other's work since then. Loui's podcast focuses mainly on UDL in the K-12 setting, while Think UDL focusses on UDL in Higher Ed and beyond. I interviewed her for my podcast (checkout Episode 116, the UDL gears with Loui Lord Nelson, after you listen to this one!) and she has hosted me on her podcast, Episode 126 of UDL in 15 minutes: Using UDL to Design Campus Policies and Procedures. The reason for this feed drop is to make our listeners aware of the quality UDL work going on all over the world on behalf of learners of all ages. Check out the UDL in 15 minutes website to see many more episodes that intersect with UDL in higher Education, mostly in the teacher education area in colleges and universities, but there are a few other gems that are directly related to higher education, too. We want you to gain inspiration, build on the ideas you hear, identify new connections, and increase accessibility, equity and inclusion for all learners. Thank you for listening to the Think UDL podcast.

It's a stressful time of year. If you're in Higher Ed, you're wrapping up the fall term and planning for the spring. Plus, you're smack dab in the middle of the holiday season. That's a ton of expectations and stress for you and your team, so it's perhaps the perfect season to discuss boundaries. In this episode, you'll learn the difference between boundaries and rules. And you'll discover how you can set both around your unique Talent Themes. If you'd like to be more productive and less stressed during the end of the year, you'll want to check out this episode.   We're thrilled to announce our newest program, the Strengths Accelerator Academy! If you've wanted to dive deeper into your own Strengths or implement a Strengths-based culture with your team or organization, this Academy is for you. Join us for the Spring 2026 Cohort starting Thursday, January 22nd! We know it's early, but register NOW to take advantage of early bird pricing! It EXPIRES Friday, December 5th, so act now! You'll get eight weeks of powerful online content, designed to help you better understand yourself, your talents, and how to better manage your team. This program combines online learning with weekly cohort calls to discuss the content. Plus, you get one individual coaching call to let you focus on the things that matter to you the most. Get more information about the Academy and Register here -https://learn.strengthsuniversity.org/acceleratoracademy Oh and we're also enrolling for the Spring Cohort of the Supervisor Strengths Institute. Get more information about the Institute and Register here - https://learn.strengthsuniversity.org/Institute Have questions? Email Anne at anne@strengthsuniversity.org or set up a meeting with her HERE. Want more information about Strength...

In this episode of Mission Admissions host Jeremy Tiers talks with Amanda Craddock about how senior leaders can successfully navigate the conversations they have with their school's President and the Board of Trustees.Guest Name: Amanda Craddock, Vice President For Enrollment Management, Coastal Carolina University'Guest Social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-craddock-ed-d-a2209260/Guest Bio: Amanda Craddock has been with Coastal Carolina University since 2008 where she has held a variety of roles including: Director of Enrollment Events, Director of Admissions, Assistant Provost for Admissions and Merit Awards, and now Vice President For Enrollment Management. Prior to coming to CCU, Amanda spent nine years in Virginia working in college admissions. Amanda graduated with a bachelor's degree from Mary Washington College and earned a doctorate of education in educational leadership from Abilene Christian University. - - - -Connect With Our Host:Jeremy Tiershttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremytiers/https://twitter.com/CoachTiersAbout The Enrollify Podcast Network:Mission Admissions is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to Enrollify's 2026 Hall of Fame series, where we resurface the most transformative conversations ever featured across the Enrollify Podcast Network. We're kicking things off with none other than Faton Sopa, Co-Founder and CEO of Manaferra, whose groundbreaking insights have reshaped how enrollment marketers think about the college decision journey. In this highlight reel episode, pulled from his appearances on The Application with Allison Turcio, AI for You, Higher Ed Pulse, and Higher Ed Geek, Faton shares the game-changing role Reddit, TikTok, and AI now play in how students search, validate, and choose a college. - - - -Connect With Our Host:Mallory Willsea https://www.linkedin.com/in/mallorywillsea/https://twitter.com/mallorywillseaAbout The Enrollify Podcast Network:The Higher Ed Pulse is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Palmer returns to the Thanksgiving table to serve up a side of applied neuroscience. Powered by the recently released Gemini 3, he examines the "gratitude cocktail," a potent neurochemical mix of dopamine, serotonin, and oxytocin that mimics the effects of antidepressants and strengthens social bonds. Beyond the chemistry, Mike explores the psychological framework of The Gap and the Gain by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy. He explains how measuring progress against an ideal future creates unhappiness, while measuring against the past generates resilience and satisfaction. The conversation shifts from theory to practice, detailing why gratitude stories are more effective than rote lists and how specific "Notice, Think, Feel, Do" protocols rewire the brain. Mike also debunks the tryptophan myth, explaining how carbohydrates and compelling narratives—like football—actually drive the post-meal nap. Finally, he reflects on the origins of Trending in Education, shares updates on the new Trending in Higher Ed feed, and previews upcoming live events from SXSW EDU to Alexandria, Virginia. Key Takeaways The Gratitude Cocktail: Gratitude activates the brain's reward centers. Dopamine drives motivation, serotonin stabilizes mood similar to SSRIs, and oxytocin fosters trust and bonding. Mindset Shift: "Gap thinking" focuses on the distance between your actual self and an unreachable ideal, leading to burnout. "Gain thinking" measures your actual self against your past self, highlighting progress and abundance. Stories Over Lists: Rote gratitude lists often lead to mechanical habituation. Constructing gratitude narratives creates stronger neural pathways and emotional connections. The Science of the Nap: It isn't just the turkey. Tryptophan is a precursor to serotonin and melatonin, but the heavy carbohydrate load and the relief of social bonding are the real drivers of sleepiness. Podcast Expansion: Trending in Education is expanding its network with a dedicated Trending in Higher Ed feed to allow listeners to dive deeper into specific verticals. Why You Should Listen This episode moves beyond the platitudes of "giving thanks" to reveal the biological mechanisms that make gratitude a high-performance tool. If you find yourself doomscrolling or fixating on what you haven't achieved, the "Gap and The Gain" framework offers a practical method to reset your cognitive baseline. Mike connects these mental models to tangible brain health, offering a compelling argument for why gratitude is essential fuel for resilience and innovation. Like, follow, and subscribe to Trending in Education wherever you get your podcasts. Visit us at TrendinginEd.com for more. Time Stamps: 00:00 Introduction to the Neuroscience of Gratitude 00:49 The Science Behind Gratitude 02:01 Neurochemistry and Brain Health 04:01 The Gap and the Gain Framework 07:05 Practical Applications of Gratitude 09:18 Gratitude in Daily Life 13:48 Personal Stories and Reflections 19:49 Upcoming Projects and Gratitude 25:49 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Mallory Willsea brings the Enrollify panel back together for a no-holds-barred reunion following their viral AMA session. Featuring Enrollify creator trio Jaime Hunt, Safaniya Stevenson, and Carrie Phillips, this episode revisits the spicy, unfiltered energy that turned heads at the 2025 AMA Symposium. From roasting overused marketing jargon to unpacking the real implications of AI hallucinations in fundraising campaigns, this conversation offers a pulse check on where higher ed marketing stands—and where it's headed. - - - -Connect With Our Host:Mallory Willsea https://www.linkedin.com/in/mallorywillsea/https://twitter.com/mallorywillseaAbout The Enrollify Podcast Network:The Higher Ed Pulse is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Subscribe to Inside Call me Back: inside.arkmedia.org/?utm_source=shownotes&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=insideGift a subscription of Inside Call me Back: inside.arkmedia.org/giftsCity Journal's college ranking: https://collegerankings.city-journal.org/The Wall St. Journal on rethinking higher ed: https://www.wsj.com/opinion/college-rankings-manhattan-institute-universities-free-speech-d9df60e2?mod=opinion_lead_pos1City Journal's announcement: https://www.city-journal.org/article/2025-college-rankingsSubscribe to Amit Segal's newsletter ‘It's Noon in Israel':arkmedia.org/amitsegal/Watch Call me Back on YouTube: youtube.com/@CallMeBackPodcastCheck out Ark Media's other podcasts: For Heaven's Sake: https://lnk.to/rfGlrA‘What's Your Number?': https://lnk.to/rfGlrAFor sponsorship inquiries, please contact: callmeback@arkmedia.orgTo contact us, sign up for updates, and access transcripts, visit: arkmedia.org/Ark Media on Instagram: instagram.com/arkmediaorgDan on X: x.com/dansenorDan on Instagram: instagram.com/dansenorTo order Dan Senor & Saul Singer's book, The Genius of Israel: tinyurl.com/bdeyjsdnToday's episode: Over the past few years, we've witnessed a deterioration within elite, higher education. From the explosion in antisemitism, to the entrenchment of wrongheaded DEI policies, many Americans have begun to doubt the real value of an elite college degree.Last month, the Manhattan Institute – a public policy thinktank in New York City – launched its inaugural college rankings list that takes into account various factors that other popular rankings lists often don't, such as the rigor of a school's curriculum as well as the ideological balance of the school's student body and professors. To discuss this new rankings system, Dan was joined by Reihan Salam, president of the Manhattan Institute, and Kevin Wallstein, Professor of Political Science at California State University and an Adjunct Fellow at the Manhattan Institute. CREDITS:ILAN BENATAR - Producer & EditorADAAM JAMES LEVIN-AREDDY - Executive ProducerMARTIN HUERGO - Sound EditorMARIANGELES BURGOS - Additional EditingMAYA RACKOFF - Operations DirectorGABE SILVERSTEIN - ResearchYUVAL SEMO - Music Composer

Over the past few years, we've witnessed a deterioration within elite higher education. From the explosion in anti-semitism to the entrenchment of wrongheaded DEI policies, many Americans have begun to doubt the real value of an elite college degree. Last month, the Manhattan Institute – a public policy thinktank in New York City – launched […]

Higher Ed AV Podcast335: Joe Way's Thanksgiving Episode In this special solo Thanksgiving episode of the Higher Ed AV Podcast, Joe Way steps “back to the roots” of the show with a reflective, unscripted gratitude list and a peek at what's coming next. He explains recent changes to the podcast format including, inviting with executive and AV-adjacent guests, episodes stuck in limbo, and a refreshed bumper, while recommitting to the heart of the show… Elevating tech managers and support professionals across the higher ed AV vertical. He also teases the traditional Christmas episode and a mysterious “special” episode to close out the year, before resetting the show's direction for 2026.Joe then walks through an extended, deeply personal ten-part gratitude list that tracks not just his career, but his growth as a leader, husband, father, and grandfather. He starts with his work at UCLA, celebrating how the Digital Spaces team and campus IT leadership have come together through reorgs, budget pressures, and shifting higher ed realities to form one cohesive, people-first organization. From there he turns to HETMA, reflecting on how the alliance has matured beyond being “the Joe show” into a global advocacy force led by a broad slate of passionate volunteers which is proof that organic leadership and shared ownership can outgrow any single personality.He highlights emerging leaders on his team by name, honoring how they've stepped into awards, recognition, and responsibility, and uses that to encourage listeners to seek mentorship, ask their bosses for development opportunities, and be bold about their own growth. Joe also expresses gratitude for a breakout year of speaking and writing, framing it as the “ten-year overnight success” of his higher ed journey and urging aspiring thought leaders to start small, stay consistent, and leverage platforms like Higher Ed AV to find their voice.The episode moves into more vulnerable territory as Joe thanks the wider AV channel, integrators, manufacturers, and media partners, for friendships that now feel less transactional and more like true community. He openly acknowledges a difficult year personally and emotionally, sharing how his family, especially his wife and grandson Frankie, anchored him through loss, change, and some unhealthy coping patterns. That honesty sets up his gratitude for a major physical and spiritual reset: losing a dramatic amount of weight, changing his conference habits, re-engaging in church and ministry, and rediscovering a sense of purpose rooted in service rather than hustle.Joe also talks about learning to value rest and work–life blend, discovering that golf, writing, and podcasting can be forms of healthy release instead of just more work. He challenges listeners to examine their own “why,” to decide whether their jobs are just paychecks or vehicles for impact, and to be intentional either way. Finally, he comes full circle to thank the Higher Ed AV community itselflisteners, volunteers, and peers who have supported him through house fires, career changes, and reinvention—and casts 2026 as a “legacy” year focused on passing the torch, empowering a second wave of leaders, scaling UCLA's cloud-first pilot, making HETMA's impact undeniable, and living in a way that changes lives long after the trophies stop coming.Connect with Joe Way:Web: https://www.josiahway.comLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/josiahwayX (Formerly Twitter): https://www.x.com/josiahwayInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/josiahway

Jeff Young shares clips from his Learning Curve Podcast regarding AI in higher education on episode 598 of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast. Quotes from the episode It is crazy to think of how much we’ve all learned about generative AI just in the last couple years. -Jeff Young I’ve been really interested in how students are thinking through AI and where their perspectives are. There is not one student view. You can find students that think all kinds of things. -Jeff Young Students are very aware of AI and they’re also very aware of how it’s changing the job market that they might enter. -Jeff Young One danger of these tools is that they give you such instant gratification. There’s a hit of dopamine. -Jeff Young Students are using AI tools, not just for academics. They’re experimenting with AI. -Jeff Young Resources Learning Curve Podcast Paul LeBlanc Maha Bali Students ‘will spend 25 years on their mobiles' in The Times, by Mark Sellman Google NotebookLM Supporting Student Learning and Metacognition Shell Game Podcast Phonograph Podcast