About Matt Matt Jubelirer is General Manager of Education at Microsoft, where he leads the worldwide industry marketing team. He works with schools and institutions as they pursue their mission in a time of profound change, helping leaders harness AI and modern technology to improve teaching, learning, and operations while preparing students for work and life.    Matt is an advocate for the potential of AI to support students, educators, and administrators by increasing access, personalizing learning, and helping institutions extend their impact. He believes teachers are more important than ever as technology reshapes how students learn and how institutions serve their communities. He works closely with education leaders to explore how innovation can strengthen outcomes while staying grounded in trust, security, and the protection of student data.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjub Microsoft AI Tools: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/education/ai-in-educationMicrosoft Resources for Educators: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/educator-center/topics/ai-for-education About RachelleEducator, AI Strategist, Keynote Speaker, Consultant, Attorney, & AuthorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelledenepoth/Subscribe to my ⁠newsletter. bit.ly/pothnews1Check out my ⁠ blog www.Rdene915.comwww.Rdene915.com.Contact me for speaking & training related to AI, AI & the law, AI and Healthcare, Cybersecurity, STEM, and more! bit.ly/thriveineduPDInterested in a sponsored podcast or collaboration? Contact me! [email protected]

About Adrian Adrian Martinez is a student, soon to be enrolled at the University of Toronto, where he will study Computer Science with a Focus in Human-Computer Interaction. Adrian was homeschooled for most of his life, became involved in creating games, and has worked with a variety of companies focused on emerging tech. Adrian has created a math platform called Infinilearn. Infinilearn is a math game where students explore a fantasy world, battle monsters, and level up by solving math problems. The math IS the game, not a layer on top. It is available for students in grades 6-8. It is free to play and works on any device.For students:  https://play.infinilearn.com There is a Facebook group as wellhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/1821259698739178Connect with AdrianLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/theadrianm YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/shortcutgamez X: https://x.com/theadrianm_ About RachelleEducator, AI Strategist, Keynote Speaker, Consultant, Attorney, & AuthorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelledenepoth/Subscribe to my ⁠newsletter. bit.ly/pothnews1Check out my ⁠ blog www.Rdene915.com.Contact me for speaking & training related to AI, AI & the law, AI and Healthcare, Cybersecurity, STEM, and more! bit.ly/thriveineduPDInterested in a sponsored podcast or collaboration? Contact me! [email protected]

Sharing my experiences from working with districts across the country. Focus on digital citizenship, digital wellness, and AI. Subscribe to my newsletter on LinkedIn.Subscribe on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7098388531961614336

I had a great conversation with Dr. Sheldon L. Eakins, Author, Educator, and Founder of the Purposeful Teaching Academy and Host of the Leading Equity PodcastSheldon L. Eakins, Ph.D., is an experienced educational leader with over 15 years of experience in K–12 and higher education. He has served as a teacher, special education director, school principal, and adjunct professor. Based in Phoenix, Arizona, Dr. Eakins focuses on creating learning environments where all students feel accepted, supported, and included. He is the author of multiple books, including What Are You Bringing to the Potluck? How School Leaders Set the Table for a Community of Belonging and Meaningful Classroom Management: Adapting Your Teaching to Build Culture and Community. Additionally, Dr. Eakins hosts the "Leading Equity Podcast" and is the founder of the Purposeful Teaching Academy. His work centers on student success, school leadership, and building a strong sense of belonging in schools. Contact:[email protected] Cell: 318-730-8204IG: @sheldoneakins Twitter: @sheldoneakinsWebsite: purposeful247.comAbout RachelleEducator, AI Strategist, Keynote Speaker, Consultant, Attorney, & AuthorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelledenepoth/Subscribe to my ⁠newsletter. bit.ly/pothnews1Check out my ⁠ blog www.Rdene915.com.Contact me for speaking & training related to AI, AI & the law, AI and Healthcare, Cybersecurity, STEM, and more! bit.ly/thriveineduPDInterested in a sponsored podcast or collaboration? Contact me! [email protected]

About PritenPriten is a part-time Faculty Instructor at College Unbound, a bachelor’s degree-granting institution focused on adult learners, where he teaches courses including Family & Society, Ethics of Ed Tech, Arguing for Truth, AI in My Life, and How We Know What We Know. He also serves on the Faculty Curriculum Committee, which reviews and approves new courses, substantive curricular changes, and revisions to grading policies.Priten has lectured on topics including educational justice, public speaking, cognitive biases and social change, moral luck and forgiveness, and writing for social change. He has worked with audiences ranging from elementary school students to graduate students to educators in India.Priten holds a visiting research position as an Associate in the Department of Philosophy at Harvard’s Faculty of Arts and Sciences (September 2025–present), where he focuses on developing philosophically grounded yet practical approaches to teaching critical, ethical reasoning at scale for educators and students.Priten is the author of AI & The Future of Education: Teaching in the Age of Artificial Intelligence (Wiley, 2023), which has been translated into Arabic, Simplified Chinese, Turkish, and Vietnamese; released as an audiobook (Tantor Media, 2024); received over 150 academic citations; sold over 8,000 copies; and reached #1 in three Amazon bestseller categories. It has been featured in Harvard Magazine, Church Times, University World News, and Ed. Magazine.Priten's second book, Ethical Ed Tech: How Educators Can Lead on AI & Digital Safety in K-12 (Wiley, 2026), is available now. The book provides a framework organized around philosophy, policy, and practice to help educators develop shared values, build institutional infrastructure for ethical decision-making, and apply these to the concrete dilemmas they face daily. It draws from conversations with educators, technologists, and students facing real ethical challenges, and includes case studies, discussion guides, and practical tools for implementation.Priten's writing has appeared in Education Week, eSchool Learning, and other publications.Priten has delivered keynotes and workshops at conferences including the Singapore International Science Teachers’ Conference, the Texas Computer Educators Association, the Virginia DOE Innovative Teaching and Leadership Conference, the World Education Summit, the National Council for the Social Studies, and the Responsible AI Summit, and has appeared on more than 40 podcasts discussing AI and education. (Including two appearances on ThriveinEDU!)Priten hosts two podcast shows that launched in early 2026: Margin of Thought, featuring interviews with educators and academics conducted for Ethical Ed Tech, and Know. Care. Act., focused on liberal arts education and civic engagement.Lectures and WorkshopsAcademic PositionsBooksThought LeadershipNew book: Ethical Ed Tech: How Educators Can Lead on AI & Digital Safety in K-12 (Wiley, 2026)Learn more:Connect with Priten: ethicaledtech.org and priten.org!About RachelleEducator, AI Strategist, Keynote Speaker, Consultant, Attorney, & AuthorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelledenepoth/Subscribe to my ⁠newsletter. bit.ly/pothnews1Check out my ⁠ blog www.Rdene915.com.Contact me for speaking & training related to AI, AI & the law, AI and Healthcare, Cybersecurity, STEM, and more! bit.ly/thriveineduPDInterested in a sponsored podcast or collaboration? Contact me! [email protected]

About Olivia Olivia Odileke is the founder of Kampus Insights  CC and a leading voice in curiosity-driven learning, helping educators spark student thinking before instruction begins. She has trained thousands of teachers and school leaders to design engaging, high-impact learning experiences that build confidence and deepen understanding. Through her work and the Spark Curiosity EDU Conference, she is on a mission to help educators rediscover the joy of teaching and lead with wonder. Website:https://oliviaodileke.com/ ⁠Conference: https://sparkcuriosityedu.com⁠Spark Curiosity AI Coach: https://ai.sparkcuriosityedu.com⁠About RachelleAbout RachelleEducator, AI Strategist, Keynote Speaker, Consultant, Attorney, & AuthorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelledenepoth/Subscribe to my ⁠newsletter. bit.ly/pothnews1Check out my ⁠ blog www.Rdene915.com.Contact me for speaking & training related to AI, AI & the law, AI and Healthcare, Cybersecurity, STEM, and more! bit.ly/thriveineduPDInterested in a sponsored podcast or collaboration? Contact me! [email protected]

I absolutely loved this conversation with Rod. I have known him for about seven years and have followed his work. I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I did and that you will grab a copy of his book, The Narrative Edge. It is a tremendous book that I highly recommend. Linked below.About Dr. Rod BergerDr. Rod Berger is recognized globally as an expert in the art of strategic storytelling. Rod has conducted over 4,000 interviews worldwide, including an audience with Pope Francis, NBA great Magic Johnson, and F1 World Champion Jenson Button. He has also engaged with United Nations officials in Rome and NGOs in Uganda’s refugee camps, uncovering the challenging life stories impacting an individual's everyday life.With a firm understanding of how the art of storytelling can change lives, Rod has codified his practice as a communication architect to help empower individuals and organizations to build strong cultures and brands, create powerful narratives, and identify how to lead with impact, influence, and most importantly, curiosity.With a doctorate in clinical psychology, Rod guest lectured at Vanderbilt University’s Owen Graduate School of Management for nearly two decades and acts as a strategic advisor to several companies in the U.S. and abroad. He contributed to Forbes for several years and writes for Entrepreneur Mag, and wrote the cover story for Los Angeles Magazine’s February 2025 issue, and he hosts three podcasts within his Dr. Rod Berger Channel.Learn more about Rod's work on his website: https://www.drrodberger.com/ Podcasts: https://www.drrodberger.com/podcastGrab a copy of his book: The Narrative Edge: Authentic Storytelling that Meets the Moment on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/Narrative-Edge-Authentic-Storytelling-Moment/dp/1394331290 Contact Rod for speaking:  [email protected] RachelleEducator, AI Strategist, Keynote Speaker, Consultant, Attorney, & AuthorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelledenepoth/Subscribe to my ⁠newsletter. bit.ly/pothnews1Check out my ⁠ blog www.Rdene915.com.Contact me for speaking & training related to AI, AI & the law, AI and Healthcare, Cybersecurity, STEM, and more! bit.ly/thriveineduPDInterested in a sponsored podcast or collaboration? Contact me! [email protected]

About JacieAn educator for the last 29 years, Dr. Jacie Maslyk, has served as a classroom teacher, reading specialist, elementary principal, and assistant superintendent. Under her leadership, her district became recognized for innovative practices in STEAM and Maker Education. Dr. Maslyk also oversaw the successful implementation of several change initiatives, including district-wide literacy interventions, project-based learning, and innovative community partnerships that transformed the culture of the district while increasing student engagement.Dr. Maslyk currently serves as an instructional coach and educational consultant, supporting schools and districts through professional learning and job-embedded coaching. She provides workshops (on-site and virtual), model lessons, and curriculum support to districts and organizations across the country.A published author, Jacie has written several books, including STEAM Makers: Fostering Creativity and Innovation in the Elementary Classroom, 2nd Edition. She is also a featuredblogger and content creator for a number of educational organizations. Dr. Maslyk has been a featured presenter, as well as a keynote speaker, for several national conferences, providing inspiration and support for educators and school leaders.LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jaciemaslyk Twitter: https://x.com/DrJacieMaslykBooks Available on AmazonAbout RachelleEducator, AI Strategist, Keynote Speaker, Consultant, Attorney, & AuthorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelledenepoth/Subscribe to my ⁠newsletter. bit.ly/pothnews1Check out my ⁠ blog www.Rdene915.com.Contact me for speaking & training related to AI, AI & the law, Cybersecurity, STEM, and more! bit.ly/thriveineduPDInterested in a sponsored podcast or collaboration? Contact me! [email protected]

Robert Cobbs, M.Ed., is an EdTech executive, author, and keynote speaker recognized for turning complex technology challenges into clear, fundable strategies that schools can execute. As the CEO and Founder of Tech My School, he has guided schools worldwide—supporting leaders across Puerto Rico, the United States, and international communities as they modernize learning, strengthen systems, and accelerate results. Cobbs is also the creator of Tech Plan Genie (www.techplangenie.com), the world’s first technology and strategic planning software built specifically for education. The platform combines AI-enabled guidance with a structured planning workflow to help organizations produce data-informed roadmaps that align instruction, operations, and investment.Through Tech My School, Cobbs has raised millions of dollars to expand technology access and innovation for underprivileged schools in Puerto Rico. His professional learning and leadership development work spans the full education continuum—from early learning programs to higher education—equipping educators and administrators with practical, research-informed approaches that drive adoption and sustainability. He is the creator of the Caribbean’s largest EdTech conference, The Tech My School Spring Educator's #EdTech Conference, a premier gathering for educators and leaders committed to future-ready learning. Cobbs is also the author of Tech Centered Learning Driven, a practical guide for educators seeking to improve teaching and learning through effective technology integration.Links to learn moreTech Centered, Learning Driven  Robert's BookLinkedinTech Plan GenieTech My SchoolAbout RachelleEducator, AI Strategist, Keynote Speaker, Consultant, Attorney, & AuthorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelledenepoth/ Subscribe to my ⁠newsletter. bit.ly/pothnews1Check out my ⁠ blog www.Rdene915.com.Contact me for speaking & training related to AI, AI & the law, Cybersecurity, STEM, and more! bit.ly/thriveineduPDInterested in a sponsored podcast or collaboration? Contact me! [email protected]

About MisbahMisbah leads Business Development at Wakelet, a visual curation and collaboration platform. He is passionate about helping educators and students turn ideas into meaningful, shareable learning experiences that drive real impact.  Learn more about Wakelet: www.wakelet.comRead about Wakelet Create: https://wakelet.com/blog/introducing-wakelet-create-turn-your-collections-into-ai-powered-outputsAbout RachelleEducator, AI Strategist, Keynote Speaker, Consultant, Attorney, & AuthorSubscribe to my ⁠newsletter. bit.ly/pothnews1Check out my ⁠ blog www.Rdene915.com.Contact me for speaking & training related to AI, AI & the law, Cybersecurity, STEM, and more! bit.ly/thriveineduPDInterested in a sponsored podcast or collaboration? Contact me! [email protected]