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The Education & Empowerment Podcast
The Education & Empowerment Podcast explores success and advancement through education by interviewing today's top leaders in the fields of education, business and technology. This show is brought to you by 4stay, a SaaS-enabled Online Booking marketplace for student and intern housing. Learn more at: https://4stay.com/
Episodes
47 episodes
Educational Entrepreneurship with Dr. Oksana Malysheva, CEO and Managing Partner of Sputnik ATX
In this Episode Dr. Oksana Malysheva, an accidental venture capitalist with a background in physics, shared her journey from Ukraine to becoming a venture capitalist in Austin, Texas. She emphasized the importance of following passion and seren...
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Episode 46
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42:40
Global Upskilling: Where Do We All Fit” with James Herberson
In this episode, James Herbertson is the co-founder and Chief People Officer of Bayswater Education, a social enterprise in international education that operates ten year-round colleges across the UK, France, Cyprus, Canada, and South Africa. B...
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Episode 45
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36:36
Managing Uncertainly: The Faith of International Exchange Program with Dr John Lucas
In this episode, John Lucas is President and CEO of the International Student Exchange Programs (ISEP Study Abroad), the world’s largest community of more than 350 post-secondary institutions in over 50 countries cooperating to provide affordab...
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Episode 44
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37:02
Are We Ready to Hear Bad News? A Roadmap: Decision-Making Process
In this episode, we have the pleasure of meeting with Dr. Timothy Touchette, who is the Assistant Dean for Student Affairs at Brandeis University. He brings over 18 years of experience in student life and operations to share innovative ways to ...
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Episode 30
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34:20
Empowering Educators to Help Students Succeed, Podcast with Dr Fornaciari
In this episode, Dr. Federica Fornaciari, Professor, a researcher, a children’s book author, and the Academic Program Director for the MA in Strategic Communications at National University. She received a doctorate in Communication with a conce...
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Episode 43
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40:44
Student to A Leader: Inspiring Story of Deepesh Dhingra
In this episode, Deepesh Dhingra, Executive Director of One to World, Inc. Born and raised in Nairobi, Kenya, Deepesh first visited the United States as part of a small delegation to the UN representing the Congressional Youth Leadership Counci...
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Episode 42
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41:36
International Student Mobility
In this episode, Komil Mamajanov, Vice President of Strategic Development at University Canada West and a Director of Strategy at Global University Systems. A powerhouse in private education with over 2 million active students worldwide. With m...
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Episode 41
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31:36
Educational Evolution: Adapting to the Higher Education Labor Shortage in the Fourth Industrial Revolution
In this episode, Chris Moloney, PhD, Associate VP and Associate Managing Principal, AGB Consulting and Ken Knueven, Chairman, CORE Education Foundation discuss labor shortage as Industry 4.0 transforms manufacturing and global dy...
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Episode 40
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59:38
The Role of Career Colleges in Addressing Job Market Challenges: Examples of Leadership from WyoTech Founder
Welcome back to the Education and Empowerment Podcast. Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with Wheatland, Wyoming Rancher and Businessman Jim Mathis who purchased WyoTech in 2018, a top-notch training school that generates career ready gra...
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Episode 39
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24:37
Educate, Empower and Elevate
In this episode, Kenneth T. Christensen, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to our podcast. As the Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs at the Illinois Institute of Technology, his journey through the world of educati...
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Episode 38
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28:24
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Empowering Tomorrow's Leaders: Student Housing and Education Transformation
In this episode, we have two remarkable guests joining us – Christopher Chambers and Sam Wiggins.Christopher Chambers, a native of Washington D.C., brings a wealth of experience as a Professor of Media Studies at Georgetown University. H...
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Episode 37
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46:31
The Changing Landscape of Higher Ed ROI: Insights and Challenges
In this episode, two esteemed guests, Mackenzie Bishop and Chris Moloney, shed light on the evolving dynamics of Higher Education Return on Investment (ROI). Their wealth of experience and passion for education bring invaluable insights to the ...
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Episode 36
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43:38
"Redefining Education: Expanding the Concept of Educator and Community in Schools" by Karen Pittman & Gary Briggs
In this episode, Join renowned youth advocate Karen Pittman, CEO of the Forum for Youth Investment, and education expert Gary Briggs, Director of Systems Impact at the New Teacher Center, in a transformative discussion. They explore the power o...
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Episode 35
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39:20
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Unlocking Student Potential Through Test of English as Foreign Language (TOEFL)
The TOEFL test prepares students for university studies, immigration, and more. Candidates who are preparing for the exam are working hard. What does it mean to do well on the TOEFL test? What can students do to achieve success? How do language...
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Episode 34
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38:00
Metaverse Effect on Student Life by Rami Kalla
In the world of technology, keeping up with the latest developments can be difficult. When COVID-19 occurred, internet-based marketing and communication tools became more visible. The nature of interaction has changed. Zoom lectures and online ...
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Episode 33
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24:36
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Student Support As A Backbone For Students Success
As a result of the post-pandemic environment, student expectations have changed. Students and educational institutions jumped on online platforms for lectures; however, social engagement could not be substituted. Educational leaders and stakeho...
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Episode 32
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23:06
Solving Emergency Issues in Student Housing by Pam Blumenthal
People seek different things in society for different reasons. It was a period of low interest rates and rising stock values during the pandemic. Therefore, mainstream investors were pleased. Insecurity in student housing has existed for a long...
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Episode 31
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28:20
Building the Momentum: Focusing on Emerging Trends in English Language Programs
In this episode, we are delighted to speak with Cheryl Delk-Le Good and Haviva Parnes. We took time to discuss emerging trends in the English language industry and the role of EnglishUSA in providing up-to-date tools and resources for education...
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Episode 30
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53:49
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Emerging Global Partnerships Models; A compass for the future! with Dr. Ray Lutzky
In this episode, we are honored to bring Dr. Ray Lutzky. Dr Lutzky is an American professor, education technology (EdTech) consultant and communications expert who has worked with many of the world’s most innovative and recognizable universitie...
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Episode 29
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26:58
Improving Students Lives, Not Only Enrollment Numbers by Myron Pope
In this episode, Dr. Myron Pope was interviewed by Bakhtiyor Isoev. Dr. Myron Pope is a visionary and collaborative leader with over 25 years of work experience serving as a higher education administrator and educator. In his most recent ...
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Episode 28
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29:40
Connecting Students with Future Opportunities
In this episode, Nicholas Sacco was interviewed by Bakhtiyor Isoev. Nicholas Sacco was born in Northern California, and moved to San Diego in 2000 to attend University of California, San Diego. He got his degree in international relations and s...
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Episode 27
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35:18
Discover Your Potential Through Language Learning
In this episode, Mike Shangkuan was interviewed by Bakhtiyor Isoev. Mike Shangkuan is an EdTech entrepreneur, fitness fanatic, and polyglot, speaking six languages - English, German, Spanish, French, Chinese and Japanese. As a pioneer in langua...
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Episode 26
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36:07
The Changing Nature of Student and Intern Housing in North America. What Educational Institutions Should Expect?
In this episode, Aldo Diaz Rodriguez was interviewed by Bakhtiyor Isoev. Aldo Diaz Rodriguez is the Founder and CEO of Vanmates, Canada's favorite co-living and student accommodation provider and web platform. Recognizing that international stu...
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Episode 25
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30:17
How Affordable is Education for Students of Color?
In this episode, Charles H. Pryor II was interviewed by Bakhtiyor Isoev. Charles H. Pryor II, Vice President for Student Engagement at Stella and Charles Guttman Community College, CUNY, is a groundbreaking veteran of higher education who has d...
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Episode 24
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35:25
Preparing Young People for Post Pandemic Economy by Dr. Gregory Washington
In this episode, Dr. Gregory Washington was interviewed by Bakhtiyor Isoev. George Mason University President Gregory N. Washington leads the largest and most diverse public university in Virginia, a Tier 1 research university as categorized by...
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Episode 23
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44:35
