Disrupt Education Podcast

In Episode 303, co-hosts Alli Privitt and Peter Hostrawser enthusiastically recap their enlightening conversation with Sylvester Chisom. They discuss the innovative approaches in South Dakota's education system, particularly Career and Technical Education (CTE). This approach involves integrating real-world skills into the curriculum, like building homes. Alli and Peter express their amazement at...

Episode 302 of the Disrupt Education podcast features guest Sylvester Chisom, CEO of Global CTE Learning and host of the Global CTE podcast. They discuss the importance of Career Tech Education (CTE) and its role in connecting students with career opportunities. Sylvester emphasizes the value of CTE in helping students discover their passions and interests early, making education more relevant and...

Episode 301 of the Disrupt Education Podcast has hosts Alli Privitt and Peter Hostrawser continuing their journey of reshaping education. In this milestone episode, they reflect on the achievement of reaching 300 episodes and share insights about setting realistic goals and fostering curiosity in students. They also discuss the impact of mentorship and transformative educational experiences. Conne...

In this celebratory 300th episode, hosts Alli and Peter reflect on their journey and welcome back their first-ever guest, Derrick Griffin. They discuss the evolution of the podcast, the power of transformative education, and the impact of their early projects. Derrick shares his growth from a one-dimensional perspective to embracing multiple dimensions through entrepreneurship and music. The episo...

In this episode, hosts Alli Privitt and Peter Hostrawser recap their previous interview with Andrew Pass and delve into various aspects of education disruption. They discuss the challenges and opportunities posed by school construction, changing grading systems, and the shortage of support staff. The hosts question the traditional notions of failure in education and explore how reimagining educati...

In this enlightening episode, co-hosts Alli Privitt and Peter Hostrawser engage in a dynamic conversation with Andrew Pass, the visionary behind a transformative educational initiative. Andrew shares his inspiring journey from substitute teacher to educational content developer, emphasizing the importance of engaging, imaginative learning experiences. His passion for customized content that truly...

In this episode of the Disrupt Education podcast, Alli Privitt and Peter Hostrawser recap their discussion with Dxtr Spits on social-emotional learning (SEL) in schools. They delve into the challenges of bringing mindfulness and SEL practices into traditional educational settings and the importance of creating flexibility within the system. The conversation also touches on the role of educators in...

In this episode of the Disrupt Education podcast, hosts Alli Privitt and Peter Hostrawser dive deep into the essential but often overlooked aspect of education: relationships. Joining them is special guest Dxtr Spits of How Men Cry. They discuss the profound impact of genuine human connections on communities, students, and teachers. Discover how social-emotional work goes beyond checkboxes and lea...

In this engaging episode of the Disrupt Education podcast, hosts Alli Privitt and Peter Hostrawser dive into a captivating recap of their recent conversation with Malcolm Crawford. As they reflect on Malcolm's unconventional education journey, a striking revelation surfaces. The hosts delve into Malcolm's inspiring story, highlighting his resilience and determination to craft his own path. From br...

n this episode of the Disrupt Education podcast, hosts Alli Privitt and Peter Hostrawser welcome back guest Malcolm Crawford. They reflect on their journey, noting how the Malcolm's Tha Storm podcast evolved from its beginnings as a hip-hop focused show to one centered around anime and pop culture. Malcolm emphasizes the value of embracing failure as a learning experience, highlighting how failure...

In the latest episode of the Disrupt Education podcast, hosts Alli Privitt and Peter Hostrawser dive into a thought-provoking Summer Recap. After a well-deserved break from podcasting and the online world, the hosts discuss the transformative power of unplugging and reconnecting with real-life experiences. They share personal stories and observations about the overwhelming influence of technology...

In this episode of the Disrupt Education podcast, hosts Ali Privitt and Peter Hostrawser review their conversation with guest Gabby Konopko, a Class of 2023 graduate. Gabby's bright energy and focus on building relationships with students left a profound impact on both hosts. They discussed the importance of moving away from numeric values in education and embracing a more individualized approach....

In this episode of the podcast, hosts Alli Privitt and Peter Hostrawser interview high school graduate Gabby Konopko, a talented entrepreneur who runs her own business customizing clothing, cups, and glasses. She also works as a camp counselor and plans to study education in college. Gabby discusses her journey into entrepreneurship, starting with creating jewelry for friends and gradually turning...

In the latest episode of the Disrupt Education Podcast, co-hosts Peter Hostrawser and Alli Privitt reflect on their conversation with Patrick Kowalczyk, a recent high school graduate from the Class of 2023. They delve into the energy and palpable enthusiasm that comes from young individuals in high school and college. Patrick's episode highlighted the transformative power of finding one's purpose...

In the next episode of the Disrupt Education Podcast, cohosts Peter Hostrawser and Alli Privitt dive deep into the foundations of Disrupt Education by engaging in a conversation with recent high school graduate Patrick Kowalczyk. They explore Patrick's unique experiences and perspectives on learning within the school system. Patrick shares his initial struggles as a "check boxer" during his high s...

In this episode of the podcast, Alli and Peter recap their conversation with Ken Midgett, focusing on tangible learning, credentials, and skills. They highlight Ken's emphasis on maximizing every learning moment and making education hands-on and practical. Ken shares examples of how he incorporates tangible learning, such as parking lot geometry lessons, into his teaching. They discuss the limitat...

In this episode of the podcast, hosts Peter and Alli interview Ken Midgett, Plumbing Market Director at Interplay Learning. Ken shares his journey from being a successful business owner to becoming a dedicated and passionate CTE educator. He talks about his transition into teaching and the challenges he faced, as well as the rewarding experience of working with his students. Ken also discusses the...

In this episode of the podcast, hosts Peter and Alli dive into a discussion inspired by their previous guest, Elliot Mack of Daigon Esports. They explore the world of esports and its impact on gaming culture. The conversation begins with a playful exchange as Peter asks Alli about her gaming preferences, highlighting the generation gap between them. They reminisce about classic games like Pokemon,...

Join us on the latest episode of the Disrupt Education podcast as we dive into the exciting world of esports and its impact on education with this week's guest, Elliot Mack. Elliot, co-founder and CEO of Daigon Esports, is on a mission to empower students in international schools by equipping them with essential future-proof skills through the realm of esports and video games. With a strong backgr...

In this podcast episode, Ali and Peter discuss the concept of "full summer mode" and its implications for education. They reflect on their own experiences of enjoying freedom and autonomy during summer and how it contrasts with the structured nature of teaching and learning in the classroom. They explore the idea of waffle and spaghetti personalities in teaching, with waffle representing...

In this episode of the Disrupt Education Podcast, co-hosts Peter Hostrawser and Alli Privitt interview Amanda Bratten, VP of Content Creation at Propello. With over 10 years of classroom experience, Amanda shares her journey from teaching to joining Propello, a platform that combines curriculum, pedagogy, and technology to improve student outcomes. They discuss the challenges teachers face in find...

In this episode, the Alli Privitt and Peter Hostrawser engage in a reflective conversation about the past school year and their podcasting journey. They discuss the challenges and chaos of the school system, the need for a pause and reboot, and the importance of embracing change in education. They explore the themes of human-centered learning, authentic learning, and the value of boredom and self-...

In this episode of the Disrupt Education podcast, co-hosts Alli Privitt and Peter Hostrawser delve into the fascinating conversation they had with Derrick Cameron, the Blue Collar Media Creator and Champion for The Trades. They reflect on Derrick's visionary approach to connecting trades with exciting opportunities and debunking misconceptions around the trades industry. The discussion ignites a f...

Join co-hosts Alli Privett and Peter Hostrawser on this episode of the Disrupt Education podcast as they welcome guest Derek Cameron, the Blue Collar Media Creator and Champion for The Trades, and co-host of the Inside the Trades podcast. Derrick dives into the impending shortage of tradespeople and discusses how the education system, and even innovative companies like SpaceX, can contribute to ad...

In this episode of the Disrupt Education podcast, co-hosts Alli and Peter engage in a deep discussion about the willingness of schools to embrace conflict in order to drive meaningful changes and foster innovation. They reflect on their previous guests who are actively working towards bridging the gap between secondary and post-secondary education systems, while also exploring strategies to better...