Smarter Campus Podcast
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Changing education one conversation at a time. The Smarter Campus Podcast dives into the future of learning, spotlighting how students, educators, and innovators around the world are using AI to reshape education. Hosted by Zach, Head of Academic Sales Strategies at BoodleBox.ai, each episode features real conversations with passionate voices—from student leaders to professors—about what’s working, what’s changing, and what’s next. Whether you're curious about AI in the classroom, how schools are adapting, or what students actually want from their education, this podcast keeps it honest, inspiring, and practical. Tune in weekly for powerful ideas, global perspectives, and a smarter take on the campus experience.
Episodes
- Removing Barriers at Scale: AI, Access, and the Future of the Student Journey with Marina Aminy
Zach and Dr. Marina Aminy explore how AI and system-level thinking can expand access and improve outcomes for students, featuring the California Virtual Campus. The discussion covers streamlining processes and a shift in education towards…
- AI and the Human Edge: Rethinking Career Readiness with Adam Davis
This episode of The Smarter Campus Podcast features Adam Davis discussing how AI is changing career services. Davis explains that while AI can automate tasks like resume building, uniquely human skills such as storytelling and self-awarene…
- Start Small, Think Big: Matthew Ignash on Experimenting with AI in Education
Matthew Ignash discusses integrating AI in education on The Smarter Campus Podcast, focusing on experimentation, systems thinking, and using AI for deeper learning and student creation.
- From Fear to Curiosity: Dr. Elizabeth Pearsall on Building AI Literacy Across Campus
Dr. Elizabeth Pearsall joins the Smarter Campus Podcast to discuss shifting from fear to curiosity regarding AI in higher education. She emphasizes the need for shared campus-wide ownership, developing critical questioning skills for AI-dr…
- AI, Civic Skills, and the Future of Learning: Mike Evans on Teaching in an Age of Disruption
Mike Evans joins The Smarter Campus Podcast to discuss the impact of AI on civic education and student skills. He explores AI's potential and risks in the classroom, emphasizing the growing importance of human skills like judgment and comm…
- AI Can’t Replace Relationships: Ann Aust on What Must Stay Human in Education
Ann Aust joins the Smarter Campus Podcast to discuss the role of AI in education. She argues that AI can serve as a tool to enhance human connection and mentorship by freeing up educators' time, rather than replacing them. The episode also…
- AI Beyond a Tool: Adam Pryor on Rethinking Humanity, Learning, and Higher Education
Adam Pryor discusses AI's potential to reshape our understanding of learning, intelligence, and humanity, moving beyond viewing it as a mere tool. He also suggests practical ways for educational institutions to experiment with AI to suppor…
- Learning Faster Than the System: A Student’s Perspective on AI with Ronan Shultz
Ronan Shultz shares how finance students use AI as a personalized learning partner to accelerate research and projects, creating a feedback loop with professors. The episode highlights the gap between student AI use and educational approac…
- AI as a Thought Partner: Orly Fuhrman on Designing Learning for the Human Mind
This episode features Orly Fuhrman discussing AI's role in education, viewing it as a tool to enhance learning and human creativity rather than replace educators. The focus is on designing AI systems that support and foster human intellige…
- From AI Talk to AI Practice: Tawnya Means on Helping Faculty Actually Use AI
This episode features Tawnya Means discussing the practical implementation of AI in higher education, covering faculty training, overcoming psychological barriers, and integrating AI tools into teaching and learning.
- Episode 50: AI, Motivation, and What School Is Really For — A Conversation with Zia Hassan
This episode features educator Zia Hassan discussing how generative AI reshapes student motivation and the purpose of education. It explores AI
- AI as a Thought Partner: Rethinking Ethics, Integrity, and Learning in Higher Education
The Smarter Campus Podcast episode features AI strategist Kyle Atkins discussing the ethical integration of generative AI in higher education. The conversation focuses on institutional governance and rethinking assessment to foster critica…
- A Special Episode: Inside BoodleBox’s “Sensible Car” Approach to AI in Education
This special episode of The Smarter Campus Podcast features Reilly Stanton, Lead Data Scientist at Boodle
- AI, Intellectual Character, and the Cost of Shortcuts — A Conversation with Christian Carmody
This episode of the Smarter Campus Podcast features Christian Carmody discussing how generative AI affects intellectual character, differentiating it from moral character. The conversation covers risks such as reasoning atrophy and the hab…
- AI Is Not the Shortcut: Peter Harris on Reps, Rigor, and What Makes Graduates Unreplaceable
Peter Harris joins the Smarter Campus Podcast to explain that AI tools do not replace mastery, as practice is fundamental to expertise. The episode highlights the importance of repeated, manual engagement, experiential learning, and critic…
- Dr. Michelle Kassorla on Inverting Bloom’s Taxonomy: Teaching for Thinking in the Age of AI
Dr. Michelle Kassorla joins the Smarter Campus Podcast to discuss adapting Bloom’s Taxonomy for the age of AI. She proposes focusing on evaluation, analysis, and reflection as the core of student learning, shifting emphasis from product to…
- Dr. Jose Bowen on Teaching with AI: When Knowledge Is Free and Thinking Is the Work
Jose Bowen, author of Teaching with AI, joins the Smarter Campus Podcast to discuss how AI is transforming education. The conversation explores viewing AI as a thinking partner, the shift in educators' roles, and the importance of teaching…
- Judith Cardenas on Leading Through AI: Guardrails, Courage, and Embracing Ambiguity
Judith Cardenas, a higher-education consultant, shares insights on leading through AI adoption, emphasizing curiosity, courage, and comfort with ambiguity over technical skills. The episode covers establishing guardrails for faculty, balan…
- AI, Equity, and Rural Education: Matt Newlin on Leveling the Playing Field
Matt Newlin joins the Smarter Campus Podcast to discuss AI
- Intelligence Having Fun: Pravin Kaipa on Creativity, AI, and Rethinking Assessment
This episode of Smarter Campus Podcast features Pravin Kaipa discussing how AI can foster creativity and support differentiated instruction by challenging traditional assessment models. The conversation highlights AI as a collaborative too…
- Technology Doesn’t Change Education — Teachers Do.
Dr. Betty Chandy highlights that teachers, not technology, drive educational change. She discusses the challenges teachers face with AI, the importance of ongoing professional development, and the need for collaboration between IT and educ…
- The Fingerprint of Learning: Austin Levinson on AI, Critical Thinking, and the Future of Education
Austin Levinson joins Zach Kinzler on the Smarter Campus Podcast to discuss AI's impact on education. They explore teaching critical thinking, using AI as a thought partner, and preparing students for an AI-enhanced future, emphasizing the…
- Curiosity as a Competitive Advantage: Luca Caniato on AI, Education, and the Future of Work
In this episode of the Smarter Campus Podcast, host Zach Kinzler interviews Luca Caniato, an 18-year-old student and AI consultant. They discuss how curiosity and initiative can lead to consulting opportunities, the benefits of AI for stud…
- Relevance, Relationships, and Reinvention: Scott Carr on Reimagining Education Through AI
Scott Carr, an educator with 30 years of experience, shares his journey and insights on transforming education with AI. The episode emphasizes relevance, experimentation, and empowering educators to innovate, highlighting that people, not…
- AI as the Third Person: Galen Ziegler on Transforming Nursing Education
This episode of the Smarter Campus Podcast features Galen Ziegler discussing AI's role in revolutionizing nursing education. Ziegler shares insights on challenges faced by nursing programs and how AI tools can help students develop critica…
- From Resistance to Reinvention: Mike Kentz on Redefining Education in the Age of AI
Mike Kentz shares his personal transformation from resisting AI to founding Zentex Educational Advisors, which helps educators integrate AI. The episode explores mindset shifts, AI adoption strategies for teachers, and the future of AI in…
- From Video Games to the Classroom: Michael Curtin on Translating AI for Higher Education
Michael Curtin, on the Smarter Campus Podcast, shares his perspective on translating AI for higher education, drawing parallels between video game development and academia. The discussion covers AI
- "AI Makes Me Smarter": A 7th Grader’s View on Learning with AI
In the Smarter Campus Podcast, host Zach Kinzler talks with 7th grader Dawson Brown about his experiences using AI for learning. Dawson shares his preference for BoodleBox, how AI helps him in math, and his belief that AI has made him smar…
- From Anti-Tech Athlete to VC Leader: Matt Biggins on AI, Education, and the Human Edge
Zach Kinzler interviews Matt Biggins, a student venture capitalist, about AI
- Special Edition: “The Other Side” – Sean Amaso Interviews Zach Kinzler
In this crossover episode of the Smarter Campus Podcast, host Zach Kinzler is interviewed by Sean Amaso about the importance of balanced AI adoption, human agency in the age of generative technology, and the ethical considerations surround…
- Climbing the AI Mountain: Austin French on Career Pathways, Outdoor Education & Hyper-Efficiency
Austin French shares his journey as a "casual user" of AI, highlighting its application in efficiency, outdoor education, and career growth. He introduces the 3 C's framework (curious, competent, confident) for educators and professionals…
- Chris Agnew on Stanford’s Generative AI for Education Hub: Trusted Guidance for the AI “Wild West”
Chris Agnew shares his vision for AI in education, emphasizing experiential and student-centered approaches. He discusses the mission of Stanford’s Generative AI for Education Hub as a research-driven resource for school leaders, highlight…
- AI at Princeton: Hesitation, Ethics, and the Student Voice with Samantha Reeves
In Episode 27, Princeton student Samantha Reeves joins Zach Kinzler to discuss the integration and ethical considerations of AI at the university. They explore student perspectives, faculty reactions, and the need for formal guidance in an…
- Rebuilding Higher Ed from the Ground Up: Dr. Anzar Khaliq on AI, Pedagogy & Purpose
Dr. Anzar Khaliq, Chief Learning Officer, joins The Smarter Campus Podcast to discuss how AI can rebuild higher education learning models. He emphasizes shifting from information delivery to fostering curiosity, using AI for practical appl…
- Navigating AI in Education: A Conversation with Tina Austin
In this episode of the Smarter Campus Podcast, Zach Kinzler and Tina Austin discuss navigating AI in education. Austin shares her Unblooom Method for AI-integrated learning and offers strategies for faculty adoption and curriculum design.
- Gary Hensley on AI, Dropout Prevention, and Building What Education Needs Next Smarter Campus Podcast
Host Zach Kinzler talks with EdTech founder Gary Hensley about using AI to solve educational problems like student dropout prevention. They also discuss challenges in school change and lessons from startup life.
- Anat Lior on AI, Law, and Accountability: Who’s Liable When Machines Make Mistakes? Smarter Campus Podcast Episode 23
Host Zach Kinzler speaks with Professor Anat Lior about the intersection of AI, law, and education. They discuss AI regulation, algorithmic bias, liability when AI causes harm, and ethical AI use.
- Teaching, Tools, and Trust: Marie Lynn on Designing with AI in Mind Smarter Campus Podcast Episode 22
Marie Lynn joins Smarter Campus to discuss how AI is reshaping faculty support and instructional design. She shares practical perspectives on using AI for efficiency and empowerment, emphasizing the importance of trust and thoughtful desig…
- Empowering Ethical AI Use with Daiju Hoshino Smarter Campus Podcast
In the Smarter Campus Podcast, host Zach Kinzler talks with Gen AI Evangelist Daiju Hoshino about the integration of AI in education. Hoshino shares his experiences and emphasizes developing critical thinking through guided, ethical AI use…
- Engineering Understanding: Bobby Hodgkinson on AI, Aerospace & Rethinking Learning Smarter Campus Podcast Ep 20
Host Zach Kinzler talks with aerospace engineering professor Bobby Hodgkinson about his work on AI-powered education, unmanned vehicles, and hurricane-sensor robotics. Hodgkinson shares insights on how AI is transforming teaching, particul…
- The Promise and Peril of AI in Transformative Teaching: A Conversation With Cynthia Alby
Dr. Cynthia Alby joins the Smarter Campus Podcast to discuss the promise and peril of AI in education. She shares her vision for "re-enchanting learning" and explores how AI can be used to amplify, not replace, meaningful teaching and lear…
- Embracing AI in the Arts & Humanities: A Conversation with Dr. Steven Pane
Smarter Campus Podcast Episode 18 features host Zach Kinzler and Dr. Steven Pane discussing AI's role in arts and humanities education. Topics include AI prompting as musicianship, pedagogical friction, democratizing AI governance, AI lite…
- Building AGNES & Beyond: Maurie Beasley on K–12 AI Integration
Smarter Campus host Zach Kinzler talks with AI specialist Maurie Beasley about implementing AI in K-12 schools. They discuss Beasley's tech background, the AI toolbox Agnes, piloting AI with a low budget, and a grade-by-grade implementatio…
- Rethinking Learning: Anna Shildrick on AI-Powered Education Smarter Campus Podcast Episode #16
Host Zach Kinzler interviews AI integration leader Anna Shildrick on Episode 16 of Smarter Campus Podcast about AI's role in education. They cover personalized planning, ethical considerations, and fostering creativity with AI tools.
- Beyond the Cheat Sheet: Stefan Bauschard on Adapting to AI’s Impact Smarter Campus Podcast Episode #15
Host Zach Kinzler talks with AI policy consultant Stefan Bauschard about AI's impact on education and society. They cover Bauschard's journey, the potential of AI tools like ChatGPT, ethical strategies for teachers, and preparing for futur…
- Bridging AI and Community: Joe Sabado on Campus Innovation Smarter Campus Podcast Episode 14
Smarter Campus Podcast Episode 14 features host Zach Kinzler and Joe Sabado discussing the use of AI to create inclusive learning communities. They cover Sabado's career path, the evolution of AI tools in education, and strategies for inte…
- Cool Cat AI: Victoria Davis on Ethics, Bias & Exponential Change From Stacks to Chatbots: Lara Taylor on Bringing AI to Libraries & Beyond Smarter Campus Podcast Episode 13
In Smarter Campus Podcast Episode 13, host Zach Kinzler talks with Victoria Davis about AI's impact on education. They discuss AI's rapid progression, the importance of educators addressing AI ethics and bias, and practical ways to use AI…
- Assessment 2.0: Ruth Slotnick on AI & the Future of Higher Ed
Ruth Slotnick, Director of Assessment at Bridgewater State University, shares her insights on integrating AI into higher education assessment and accreditation. The episode covers embracing AI without fear and its potential to transform le…
- AI in EdTech: Community, Reflection, and Co-Learning with Dr. Allison Lester
Dr. Allison Lester discusses using AI and action research in education on the Smarter Campus podcast. She shares insights on integrating community-based projects, securing grants, and fostering collaborative learning in media literacy cour…
- From Stacks to Chatbots: Lara Taylor on Bringing AI to Libraries & Beyond Smarter Campus Podcast Episode 10
Lara Taylor, a Purdue doctoral candidate, shares her experience moving from library work to AI, discussing her research on chatbots and generative AI. The episode covers the creation of an Emerging Technologies Committee, building a tech-l…