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Trending In Ed with Mike Palmer

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At the intersection of learning, media, and the future of work, join us each week as we sense and discover where the future of education is heading. Join host Mike Palmer, the Founder of Palmer Media, as he engages with thought leaders, pioneers, and entrepreneurs exploring the cutting edge of learning in these tumultuous times.

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Mike Palmer and virtual co-host Nancy are back from the podcast stage at SXSW EDU in Austin, Texas. In this special update, we break down the Sweet 16 of Learning Trends and announce which four have fought their way into the Final Four. This episode ... more

How do we bridge the communication gap between schools and families in an increasingly fragmented digital world? In this episode of Trending in Education, Mike Palmer is joined by Anu Vaid, the founder of ParentSquare, to explore the evolution of sch... more

What if everything we’ve been told about math education is backwards? In this episode of Trending in Education, Mike Palmer is joined by Ted Dintersmith,venture capitalist, filmmaker, and author of the upcoming book Aftermath: The Life-Changing Math ... more

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Jasmine Maze
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Sunanna Chand
Panelist contributing trends on coding, cloud code, and agentic AI
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Justin Serrano
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Episode: March Madness of Learning Trends Sweet 16 and Final Four Revealed!
David Adams
Head of Urban Assembly, New York City
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Episode: March Madness of Learning Trends Sweet 16 and Final Four Revealed!
Anu Vaid
Founder of ParentSquare
ParentSquare
Episode: Parent Communication in the Age of AI with Anu Vaid, CoFounder of Parentsquare
Ted Dintersmith
Concerned citizen, best-selling author, and film producer focused on education reform
Episode: The Future of Math Education in the Age of AI with Ted Dintersmith, Author of Aftermath
Chris Bradley
Senior Partner at McKinsey and co-author of A Century of Plenty
McKinsey
Episode: Forecasting 2100 | Strategic Optimism with A Century of Plenty Author Chris Bradley
Kayla Meyers
Programming Manager at SXSW EDU
SXSW EDU
Episode: Gearing Up for SXSW EDU with Kayla Meyers
Tara Chklovski
Founder and CEO of Technovation
Technovation
Episode: Inspiring Young AI and Tech Entrepreneurs with Tara Chklovski, Founder and CEO Technovation

Host

Mike Palmer
Host of the show; founder of Palmer Media; regularly leads discussions on education, technology, and the future of work.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 60 ratings
  • Great interviews on relevant topics

    I enjoyed being a guest on Mike’s recent podcast. He is thorough in his prep and natural in his interview style. We had a great conversation. Mike is well informed and articulate on trends and topics in education and beyond, and he features some very interesting guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bharatsk
    United States3 years ago
  • Great conversation

    I recently guested on this podcast and really enjoyed the conversation. Mike covered a number of very interesting topics in a discussion that was engaging, fun and educational. Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AdamLeadership
    United States4 years ago
  • Incredible Content!

    The Palmer Media gang does such a good job covering a variety of topics. The guests offer valuable insight as well. I would recommend this podcast to anyone looking to be inspired and informed!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    megan@podcastingyou
    United States4 years ago
  • A fun engaging conversation about what’s new and emerging in learning, media, and the future of work.

    Podchaser
    5
    Mike Palmer
    6 years ago
  • Interesting and entertaining

    I've really enjoyed getting to be part of this show on "both sides of the headphones", so to speak. I've learned a lot through listening to it and very much appreciated getting to be a guest. Mike is a great host, a fun converationalist, and a wonderful interviewer. I would definitely recommend this to anyone!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nerdy Plant Nerd
    United States6 years ago

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Parent Communication in the Age of AI with Anu Vaid, CoFounder of Parentsquare
Q: What are the major innovations you're seeing with AI that can help solve bigger problems around engaging with parents and tracking student progress?
Anu discusses translating communications into plain language, AI-enabled translations that understand context, and tools that help teachers draft messages while preserving their voice. She emphasizes using AI to enhance personalization, ensure safety and tone, and enable systems to talk to each other for a seamless experience.
Parent Communication in the Age of AI with Anu Vaid, CoFounder of Parentsquare
Q: We always like to start by getting to know you a little better. Can you share your origin story, how you got to this point in your professional life?
Anu explains she started as a working mother who struggled with fragmented school communications and language barriers. The idea for ParentSquare emerged when she and her co-founder talked to a principal and teachers, building a platform that combined two-way communication with forms, volunteering, and sign-ups, all aimed at making it easier for parents to engage with schools.
The Future of Math Education in the Age of AI with Ted Dintersmith, Author of Aftermath
Q: How do you start to build some of that sense of math and probability and decision making into our K-12 systems?
Ted emphasizes the importance of teaching decision-making frameworks in K-12 education rather than focusing solely on traditional math skills.
The Future of Math Education in the Age of AI with Ted Dintersmith, Author of Aftermath
Q: Can you talk a little bit about the relationship between your mathematical confidence and competence and how that relates to making good decisions in a complex world?
Ted discusses how many people struggle with understanding probability and decision making, often leading to overconfidence in their knowledge.
Gearing Up for SXSW EDU with Kayla Meyers
Q: What do you do with SXSW EDU?
I am the Programming Manager at SXSW EDU, overseeing panels, workshops, and unique elements like the podcast stage.

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