Educating the Human Potential: The American Montessori Society Podcast

A podcast about optimizing education for a better society.

Journey into the future of learning with two pioneering educators as they unlock the secrets of human potential through captivating conversations on education's biggest challenges. Explore "Educating the Human Potential," where Educational Psychologist Nicole Coman and renowned Montessori Educator William "Biff" Maier guide you through transformative discussions that are reshaping how we think about education. This podcast from the American Montessori Society sparks insightful conversations about the future of learning, featuring thought-provoking discussions with educational and cultural trailblazers.

Educating the Human Potential challenges the status quo in education—because how we learn shapes society itself. Each episode dives into the critical issues shaping education today, blending research, lived experience, and bold ideas. Whether it’s rethinking classroom models, exploring the psychology of learning, nurturing curiosity and resilience in children, or unpacking social and cultural forces at play in education, Educating the Human Potential delivers engaging, accessible conversations for parents, educators, policymakers, and lifelong learners alike.

Join Nicole and Biff as they engage with leading voices like Garrard Conley, who explores identity and inclusive education; Lisa Ling, award-winning journalist uncovering untold stories that shape families and schools; Donovan Livingston, educator and spoken word artist advocating for educational equity; Sharon and Chelsea Maxwell, a mother-daughter duo addressing intergenerational learning and social change; and Jay Van Bavel, a neuroscientist examining how group identity and psychology influence learning and society.

Educating the Human Potential: The American Montessori Society Podcast
A podcast about optimizing education for a better society.
Sponsored by:
American Montessori Society
http://www.amshq.org/montessori

Guest

Michael Thompson

Michael G. Thompson, Ph.D., is a psychologist, consultant, and author who specializes in child and family development and has worked with more than 700 schools across the United States and internationally. He is best known as the co-author of the New York Times bestseller Raising Cain: Protecting the Emotional Life of Boys and has written several other influential books on parenting, boys’ development, and children’s social and academic lives. A frequent media contributor, he has appeared on major programs including The Today Show, Oprah, and 60 Minutes, and hosted the PBS documentary Raising Cain. Dr. Thompson continues to speak globally on parenting and education and lives in Arlington, Massachusetts with his wife, Dr. Theresa McNally.

https://michaelthompson-phd.com

Guest appearance on:

The Science of Boys: How They Learn, Feel, and Grow with Michael Thompson