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Better Learning Podcast

Kay-Twelve
Education
Community Engagement
Radically Student Centered
Radically Student-Centered
K-12 Education
Student-Centered Learning
School Design
Student Engagement
Kay-Twelve
Learning Environments
Architecture
Project-Based Learning
Student-Centered Design
Educational Spaces
Radically Student-Centered Approach
Parenting
Interior Design
Covid-19
Ted Lasso
Metal Lords

The Better Learning Podcast combines education and entertainment in a fresh, engaging format where guests share their favorite school-related movies. Host Kevin Stoller leads dynamic conversations, exploring memorable scenes, iconic characters, and timeless lessons through award-style categories like "The John Keating Award" for standout teachers and "Realistic or Ridiculous?" to dissect school li... more

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Dr. Adam Swinyard, Superintendent of Spokane Public Schools and 2023 Washington Superintendent of the Year, joins the Jeff Kubiak to discuss leading one of Washington's largest districts through a rapidly shifting information and mental health landsc... more

Dr. Sharon Bradley, founder of Bradley Site Design and a landscape architect with four decades of experience, joins Matt Rogers to explore how school campuses can become powerful teaching tools rather than just backdrops. Sharon shares how her childh... more

Mark Shepard, K-12 Advisor at BVH Architecture, joins Carla Cummins to share his unusual path from industrial tech teacher to school superintendent to architectural firm advisor. Drawing on his experience leading a transformative CTE center project i... more

Matt Wark, Chief Facilities Officer for Forsyth County Schools, joins Katie Jubenville to share his unconventional path from a struggling student written off by his own guidance counselor to leading facilities for one of Georgia's fastest-growing, to... more

In this episode, Jeff Kubiak talks with Jennifer Gibb, Vice President of Business Development at Van Pelt Construction Services, about turning school bond measures into real buildings. With 20+ years spanning district facilities leadership, bond prog... more

Jeff Kubiak sits down with Orin Williams, Assistant Superintendent of Facilities, Planning, and Development at Riverside Unified School District, to unpack a 33-year career in school facilities planning. Orin traces his path from architecture school ... more

In this episode, Matt Rogers sits down with Andrew Jones, Executive Director for Safety and Emergency Management at Rock Hill School District (South Carolina), to explore how safety and design intersect in modern school construction. Andrew shares hi... more

In this episode, Jeff Kubiak talks with Dr. Amy Alzina, superintendent of Cold Spring School District, about running a high-performing small school district in Santa Barbara County. They cover the mission of the Small School Districts Association, bu... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Sharon Bradley
Founder and principal of Bradley Site Design; landscape architect and civil engineer
Bradley Site Design
Episode: Reshaping How We View School Campuses with Dr. Sharon Bradley
Mark Shephard
Kay-Twelve Advisor for BVH Architecture
BVH Architecture / Kay-Twelve
Episode: Making Career Education Visible with Mark Shephard
Matt Wark
Chief Facilities Officer, Forsyth County Schools
Forsyth County Schools
Episode: Facilities Leadership in a Fast-Growing District with Matt Wark
Jennifer Gibb
Vice President of Business Development at Van Pelt Construction Services
Van Pelt Construction Services
Episode: Making Every Dollar Count with Jennifer Gibb
Orin Williams
Assistant Superintendent of Facilities, Planning and Development
Riverside Unified School District
Episode: Turning Campuses into Learning Tools with Orin Williams
Andrew Jones
Executive Director for Safety and Emergency Management for Rock Hill School District
Rock Hill School District
Episode: Inside Rock Hill's $336M Vision for Safer, Smarter Schools with Andrew Jones
Amy Alzina
Superintendent Principal of Cold Spring School District
Cold Spring School District
Episode: Student-Centered Leadership in a Small District with Dr. Amy Alzina
Shara Bumgarner
Co-founder, The Joy School (Houston)
The Joy School
Episode: Designing a Second Home for Students with Learning Differences with Shara Bumgarner & Janann Pittman
Janann Pittman
Principal with Jackson & Ryan Architects, Houston
Jackson & Ryan Architects
Episode: Designing a Second Home for Students with Learning Differences with Shara Bumgarner & Janann Pittman

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Jeffrey Kubiak
Host of The Better Learning Podcast; involved in Kay-Twelve and related educational initiatives
Matthew Rogers
Host of The Better Learning Podcast; frequent guest on design-led education conversations

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Facilities Leadership in a Fast-Growing District with Matt Wark
Q: How did your career path shape the way you approach facilities today?
Matt explains that every step—from teacher to principal to deputy superintendent—instilled a belief that the physical environment is a core part of student learning, driving him to focus on student-centered design, feedback from principals, and practical maintenance over flashy new buildings.
Making Career Education Visible with Mark Shephard
Q: What's the core principle of being radically student-centered in these projects?
Listen to students and families first, survey their interests, and build programs that reflect those insights rather than prescribing a fixed plan. The goal is to create opportunities that are meaningful and sustainable for the community.
Making Career Education Visible with Mark Shephard
Q: How did your background influence your approach to designing education spaces?
My journey from industrial tech teacher to administrator and now architecture gave me a practical, classroom-focused lens. I prioritize spaces that support hands-on learning, are durable, flexible, and openly connect with local industry to serve real student needs.
Inside Rock Hill's $336M Vision for Safer, Smarter Schools with Andrew Jones
Q: What recommendations does Andrew have for other districts starting similar safety-focused campus projects?
Engage a broad cross-section of stakeholders early, ensure safety features are integrated into the core design rather than bolted on later, and plan for long-term maintenance and power reliability to protect critical systems.
Inside Rock Hill's $336M Vision for Safer, Smarter Schools with Andrew Jones
Q: What did the process of selecting a design partner look like in the early stages?
It involved a true partnership where the design team listened, allowed teacher and administrator input, and integrated safety considerations from the outset, with surveys and roundtable discussions informing final decisions.

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The show centers conversations with education and design leaders who shape how learning spaces function in real districts, schools, and private institutions. Episodes frequently explore radical student-centered design, flexible classrooms, and the intersection of architecture, policy, and community involvement. Guests—from superintendents and district leaders to architects and designers—share practical lessons on funding, stakeholder engagement, and implementing durable, future-ready spaces. A standout angle is integrating research with on-the-ground realities, including handling flood recovery, equity in facilities, and the role of AI literacy and adaptive learning in school environments. The format often blends strategic leadership insigh... more

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4. Jennifer Gibb
5. Orin Williams
6. Andrew Jones
7. Amy Alzina
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