The Education Vanguard

In this episode of Education Vanguard, as part of the 21CLHK Panel podcast takeover, Jeremy Willette leads a panel conversation with Stacy Stephens, Jean-Pierre Adamson, Julia Besnard, and Marianne Grasso on the evolving role of school libraries and what it means to place them at the heart of learning.  Together, they explore how libraries create spaces for belonging, curiosity, student agency, re...

In this episode of Education Vanguard, Howard Stribbell is joined by fitness and lifestyle coach Paul Bradley for a conversation about leadership, energy, health, and what it really takes to perform at your best. This episode explores why success at work can only go so far when health, energy, relationships, and personal well-being are being pushed aside. Paul works with executive leaders around t...

What does it take to design a school that actually works for the students and educators inside it?  In this special Education Vanguard panel episode from 21CLHK 2026,  host MJ Jimenez of MBKM Group   facilitates a compelling panel discussion that brings together architects, designers, and education leaders to explore the future of learning space design. The conversation features Owen Tam of the Ho...

In this special Education Vanguard panel episode from 21CLHK 2026, a group of experienced educators come together to explore one of the most pressing questions in education today, how to ethically integrate AI into teaching and learning. Featuring insights from Cora Yang, Douglas Kiang, Alex McMillan, and Roberta Ferraz, the conversation dives into real classroom practices, institutional challenge...

In this keynote from the 21CLHK 2026, d’Arcy Lunn explores how educators and individuals can meaningfully engage with the Sustainable Development Goals through small, practical actions. Drawing from his concept of “teaspoons of change,” he emphasizes that global citizenship is not about perfection but about awareness, balance, and consistent effort. Throughout the session, d’Arcy shares how school...

In this 21CLHK Education Vanguard podcast takeover keynote episode, Howard Stribbell shares a deeply personal and honest reflection on leadership, achievement, burnout, vulnerability, and the importance of authenticity in education.  Drawing from over 30 years in international education, Howard explores how masks, ego, stress, and the pursuit of success can create blind spots in leadership and str...

In this special 21CLHK Podcast Takeover, this panel discussion led by Dr. Howard Stribbell brings together experienced education leaders including Dr. Ron Roukema, Dr. Arnett Edwards, Dr. Shirla Sum, and Nooraine Fazal. The conversation explores what it means to lead schools in today’s rapidly changing world, from navigating global uncertainty and political complexity to supporting teacher well-be...

In this special 21CLHK Podcast Takeover episode, Dr. Helen Wright’s keynote from the 17th Annual 21st Century Learning Conference in Hong Kong explores the importance of reflection in shaping the future of education.  Drawing from centuries of educational thought and practice, Dr. Wright shares how looking back can provide clarity, courage, and direction for educators and leaders navigating today’...

In this episode of Education Vanguard, Justin Hardman speaks with Jiayuan Tian, social entrepreneur, Co-founder of OneXplore, and Master of International Affairs candidate at Columbia University. Drawing from his journey from Southern China’s exam-centric system to Minerva University’s global model, Jiayuan reflects on how information asymmetry shapes access to opportunity. Together, they explore...

In this episode of Education Vanguard, Justin sits down with Punya Mishra, an internationally recognized scholar and co-developer of the TPACK framework, to explore how AI is reshaping education. Together, they unpack:  • Why context matters more than ever  • How AI can amplify expert teachers  • Why novice educators may struggle more with AI  • The importance of judgment, care, and professional p...

In this episode of the Education Vanguard Podcast, host Justin Hardman sits down with Summer Howarth, founder and director of The Eventful Learning Company and a leading voice in student agency and educational innovation. Summer shares why meaningful participation requires more than good intentions. Drawing from her experience designing events and learning experiences across international schools...

In this episode of Education Vanguard, host Justin Hardman is joined by Tim Evans, Learning Technologies and Data Coordinator at the American School of Guangzhou. Together, they explore how trust, community understanding, and meaningful data use shape successful EdTech adoption. Tim shares insights on moving beyond dashboards, supporting teachers through AI driven change, and why alignment with sc...

In this episode of the Education Vanguard Podcast, host Justin and co-host Howard Stribbell welcome Dr. Helen Wright, a globally respected education leader, executive coach, and board advisor with over three decades of experience in international education. Dr. Wright shares her journey from teacher to headship, offering honest reflections on leadership transitions, imposter syndrome, and the real...

In this episode of Education Vanguard, host Justin Hardman is joined by Rob LoCascio, American entrepreneur and founder and former CEO of LivePerson. Known for pioneering web-based chat, Rob now turns his attention to a new challenge: how children experience technology in an AI-driven world. Drawing on both professional expertise and personal experience as a parent, Rob discusses the impact of dev...

In this episode of Education Vanguard, host Justin is joined by Ceci Gomez-Galvez, a multilingual education leader and advocate for translanguaging pedagogy, culturally responsive practice, and equitable access for multilingual learners. Ceci reflects on her journey into teaching at a young age in Guatemala, how her bilingual identity shaped her work, and why schools must move beyond the idea that...

In this double-feature episode of the Education Vanguard Podcast, host Justin Hardman brings listeners two powerful conversations recorded live at the PHASE Asia Pacific Conference 2025. In the first conversation, PHASE Committee Chair Carlos Galvez sits down with Rising Star keynote speaker Nick Haywood. Nick reflects on his journey from outdoor education to working with elite sporting teams and...

In this Education Vanguard episode, host Justin Hardman introduces a special PHASE takeover recorded live at the PHASE Conference in Singapore. First, Will Patz speaks with Helen Batteley, an internationally renowned consultant in early childhood physical education and movement play, about physical literacy, play, and building strong foundations through developmentally appropriate practice. Then T...

In this Education Vanguard episode, host Kerstin Bender talks with Dale Sidebottom and Paul Campbell from School of Play, live from PHASE Conference. Together, they explore how play can move from the gym to the whole school, shaping culture, relationships, and wellbeing for staff, students, and families. Dale and Paul share stories from international schools, from whole staff keynotes and leadersh...

In this episode of the Education Vanguard, Dr. Howard Stribbell sits down with Diana Hume McDowell from East West Prevention, a substance misuse prevention organization working with international schools. Diana shares her deeply personal journey through addiction and recovery, and how it shaped her mission to help young people make safer, healthier choices. Together, they explore the unique risk f...

🎙️Leading with Clarity, Conscience, and Community: Rethinking School Leadership with Thomas Midbo & Howard Stribbell In this Education Vanguard episode, Justin speaks with Howard Stribbell and Thomas Midbo about the real work of school leadership today, inspired by their white paper “Leading with Clarity, Conscience and Community.” They discuss distributed leadership, self care, clear feedback...

🎙️ Beyond the Code: How AI Is Redefining Creativity and Learning with Douglas Kiang In this episode, host Justin speaks with Douglas Kiang, Computer Science teacher at Menlo School in Silicon Valley, about how AI is transforming the classroom experience. From empowering students to create with language instead of code, to redefining makerspaces and rethinking assessment, Douglas shares how educato...

🎙️ Michael Boll’s Journey Through Podcasting and Advocacy Host Justin Hardman welcomes Michael Boll, former EV host and long-time 21C collaborator, for a candid conversation about podcasting, inclusion, and community building. Michael reflects on launching an autism podcast in the early 2000s to learn from experts and support his son, the unexpected power of interviews to create lasting connection...

🎙️ The Best Guardrail Is Your Relationship: Digital Parenting with Patrick Green Host Justin talks with educator and consultant Patrick Green about practical, research-informed strategies for digital parenting. They discuss why the best “filter” is a strong parent-child relationship, making online-life conversations routine at home, and how rules should flex as kids mature. Patrick shares ways to...

🎙️ Leadership Growth Mindset: From Doing to Leading with Tico Oms In this episode of the Education Vanguard Show, Justin and co-host Benjamin Sheridan speak with Tico Oms, leadership coach and consultant, about what it truly takes to grow from individual contributor to impactful leader. Tico draws from his corporate and educational leadership experiences to explore self-awareness, leadership range...

🎙️ Playful Minds, Serious Results: The Lego Serious Play Panel with Joel Birch, Yosef Karasik, Aura Evans & Dr. Arnett Edwards In this episode of the Education Vanguard Show, Justin explores the power of Lego Serious Play® (LSP)—a facilitation method transforming the way schools approach collaboration, leadership, and learning. Joined by facilitator Joel Birch and educators Yosef Karasik, Aura...