Global Career Tech Education Podcast: Hosted by Sylvester Chisom

Reimagining Education -Global Career Tech Education Podcast Ep. 61 with Tremain Holloway Hosted by Sylvester Chisom , this episode is the second installment of the Black In CTE Series , featuring special guest Tremain Holloway , Doctoral Candidate at Harvard Graduate School of Education and former Principal of Maritime High School . Together, they explore how schools can serve as learning labs , t...

The Adaptable Leader Thriving In CTE Global Career Tech Education Podcast Ep. 60 In Episode 60 of the Global CTE Podcast , we kick off the first installment of the Black In CTE series with Dr. Ian Buchanan, a renowned education leader, executive coach, and author. Dr. Buchanan shares powerful insights on adaptive leadership, the evolving definition of intelligence in the AI era, and the importance...

Leadership & Work Based Learning-Global Career Tech Education Podcast Ep.59 w/Dr. T.J. Vari Episode #59 of the Global Career Tech Education Podcast concludes the Excellence in Work-Based Learning series with special guest Dr. T.J. Vari. In this episode, Dr. Vari dives into the critical role of leadership in education, strategies to develop career pathways for students, and how to create innova...

Driving Work-Based Learning with Data-Global Career Tech Education Podcast Ep. 58 w/Jason Van Nus In Episode 58 of the Global CTE Podcast, hosted by Sylvester Chisom, and the 2nd installment of the 3-part Excellence in Work-Based Learning series, Jason Van Nus, Director of Work-Based Learning and Youth Apprenticeship Programs in Valdosta, Georgia, shares how data-driven strategies are transforming...

Transforming Education Through Work-Based Learning Global Career Tech Education Podcast Ep.57 w/Kristy Volesky In Episode #57, the first installment of our three-part series Excellence in Work-Based Learning , host Sylvester Chisom sits down with Kristy Volesky to explore transformative strategies for preparing students for career success. This engaging series highlights best practices, innovative...

Scaling Durable Skills In Education-Global Career Tech Education Podcast Ep.56 In Episode 56 of the Global CTE Podcast, host Sylvester Chisom welcomes Tim Taylor, Co-Founder and President of America Succeeds, to discuss the transformative power of durable skills in education and workforce development. Tim shares insights into the Durable Skills Framework, its role in preparing students for economi...

Pushing The Limits Of CTE-Global Career Tech Education Podcast Ep. 55 w/Shelley Gates In this insightful episode, Sylvester Chisom hosts Shelley Gates, a retired administrator who served as Chair of Evanston Township Career and Technical Education Department for 18 years. Shelley shares her journey of transforming the CTE program, advocating for experiential learning, and pushing the boundaries of...

THE NEW AMERICAN MANUFACTURING RENAISSAINCE-Global Career Tech Education Podcast Ep.54 In Global CTE Podcast Episode 54, host Sylvester Chisom sits down with special guest Andrew "The MFG" Crowe to discuss the future of advanced manufacturing and its role in shaping the next generation of innovators. Drew shares his inspiring journey from a two-time felon to a leader in the manufacturing sector, e...

Empowering Students Through Real-World Learning-Global Career Tech Education Ep.53 w/Zachary Johnson In Episode 53 of the Global Career Tech Education Podcast, host Sylvester Chisom interviews Zachary Johnson from North Kansas City School District about Class Act Coffee, an innovative student-run coffee shop. Zachary shares how the program teaches students real-world business skills, from marketin...

Equipping Students for Career, Community, and Life Readiness Global Career Tech Education Podcast Ep. 52 In Episode #52 of the Global CTE Podcast, host Sylvester Chisom welcomes Scott Carr, Career, Community, and Life Readiness Consultant at CESA 2 in Wisconsin. Together, they explore the transformative power of educational ecosystems that put students at the center, highlighting the importance of...

Powering Students With Digital and AI Skills In CTE - Global Career Tech Education Podcast Ep.51 w/ Hannah Grady Williams In Episode 51 of the Global CTE Podcast, Sylvester Chisom sits down with Hannah Grady Williams, founder of d'Skills, to explore the future of Career Tech Education in an AI-powered world. Hannah shares her visionary approach to equipping students with impact portfolios and...

Empowering Futures: Indiana's Employability Skills Initiative-Global CTE Podcast Ep.50 w/Michelle Clarke & Kelsey Peaper In Episode 50 of the Global CTE Podcast, host Sylvester Chisom is joined by Michelle Clarke, Director of Student, School, and Family Engagement, and Kelsey Peaper, Assistant Director of the same department at the Indiana Department of Education. Together, they explore th...

Unlocking Potential: Empowering Youth Through Gaming & Esports - Global Career Tech Education Podcast Ep.49 In Episode 49 of the Global Career Tech Education Podcast, host Sylvester Chisom interviews Robert Powell, the founder and CEO of the BGG Foundation, a gaming nonprofit based in St. Louis. They discuss the transformative power of gaming in education, the significant career opportunities...

The Power Of Mentorship In CTE - Global Career Tech Education Podcast Ep. 48 w/Jordan Menning In Episode 48 of the Global Career Tech Education Podcast, host Sylvester Chisom is joined by Jordan Menning, an education consultant and director of Siouxland CAPS. They delve into the importance of project-based learning, industry partnerships, and the impact of mentorship on student development. Mennin...

Teamship: Real-World Student Empowerment-Global Career Tech Education Podcast Ep. 47 w/Dan Gonzalez In Episode #47 of the Global Career Tech Education Podcast, host Sylvester Chisom welcomes Dan Gonzalez, CEO and co-founder of District C. They discuss the importance of integrating human skills with technical education, highlighting how the teamship model empowers students to solve real-world probl...

Transforming CTE Pathways For Future Success-Global Career Tech Education Podcast Ep.46 w/Ramone Davis In Episode 46 of the Global Career Tech Education Podcast, host Sylvester Chisom interviews Ramone Davis, the Associate Director of CTE Pathways and Partnerships at KIPP Forward NYC. They discuss the importance of early exposure to diverse career pathways, the significance of holistic support for...

Making All Learning Count-Global Career Tech Education Podcast Ep.45 w/Kristin Delwo In Episode 45 of the Global Career Tech Education Podcast, titled "Making All Learning Count," host Sylvester Chisom and guest Kristin Delwo delve into the transformative potential of digitizing and verifying educational credentials across all levels of learning. They discuss the challenges and advanceme...

From Classroom to Career: Preparing Students for the Real World-Global Career Tech Education Podcast Ep.44 w/Nate Clayberg of CAPS Network In Episode 44 of the Global CTE Podcast, host Sylvester Chisom engages with Nate Clayberg to discuss the transformative impact of integrating real-world skills in educational settings. They explore the CAPS program's role in revolutionizing how students pre...

Careers In Space and Strategic Foresight-Global Career Tech Education Podcast Ep. 43 w/Kara Cunzeman Dive into Episode 43 of the Global CTE Podcast where host Sylvester Chisom engages in a riveting conversation with Kara Cunzeman, a visionary in space and strategic foresight. Kara unveils her passionate vision for integrating futures thinking into education, emphasizing the need for collaboration,...

Skills, Equity, & Exploration: Global Travel's Role In CTE-Global Career Tech Education Podcast ep.42 In Episode 42 of the Global Career Tech Education Podcast, "Skills, Equity, & Exploration: Global Travel's Role In CTE," host Sylvester Chisom engages with Samantha Lurie, the visionary behind the Show Me The World Project. They delve into how global travel and experienti...

Finding Your Leadership Soul Global Career Tech Education Podcast Ep.41 w/Carlos Moreno In Episode 41 of the Global CTE Podcast, host Sylvester Chisom engages with Carlos Moreno, co-executive director of Big Picture Learning, in a deep dive into educational innovation and leadership. Through personal anecdotes and professional insights, Moreno illustrates how love, care, and vulnerability are cent...

Shifting The Perspective On CTE-Global Career Tech Education Podcast Ep.40 w/Dr. Chris Mcneil In Episode 40 of the Global CTE Podcast, Dr. Chris McNeil, a visionary in education and recent Wahl Man of the Year, shares his transformative journey and the impactful Books and Barbers program, blending literacy with community service. Discover how mentorship, innovative career and technical education s...

A Trans-Disciplinary Approach To Math Education-Global Career Tech Education Podcast Ep. 39 w/Dale Leibforth, Erin Slade, & Maryjoy Heineman Episode 39 of the Global CTE Podcast, hosted by Sylvester Chisom, features an insightful discussion with three innovative educators from ETHS. Dale Leibforth, Math Department Chair and recipient of the ICTM Lee Yunker Mathematics Leadership Award, shares...

Empowering Learners in a Changing World With Competency-Based Education -Global Career Tech Education Podcast Ep.38 w/Dr. Amber Garrison Duncan In Episode 38 of the Global CTE Podcast, host Sylvester Chisom engages with Dr. Amber Garrison Duncan in a thought-provoking discussion on the transformative potential of Competency-Based Education (CBE). Dr. Duncan highlights global trends, the impact of...

How To Prepare Students For Careers In Cybersecurity and AI Global Career Tech Education Ep. 37 w/ Kimberly 'KJ' Haywood In episode 37 of the Global Career Tech Education Podcast, host Sylvester Chisom engages with special guest Kimberly 'KJ' Haywood for an insightful discussion on the intersection of cybersecurity and artificial intelligence. Haywood, a renowned expert in the fiel...