
My EdTech Life
My EdTech Life is where education meets innovation with clarity, caution, and purpose. Hosted by Alfonso "Fonz" Mendoza Jr., this podcast features real conversations with educators, founders, researchers, and thought leaders who are shaping the future of learning.
From classroom-tested tools to emerging AI trends, we cut through the noise to spotlight what truly works in K–12 and higher education. As a leading voice in responsible AI adoption, Fonz challenges the hype and elevates voices that often go unheard, bringing practical, ethical, and future-forward insights to every episode.
Whether you're a teacher, instructional coach, policymaker, or edtech creator, this is your space to connect, question, and grow.
Episodes
336 episodes
Episode 334: Short Answer
Research First Approach to AI Tools with Short AnswerIn this episode of My EdTech Life, I sit down with Adam and
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Episode 333: Kyler Cheatham
AI in Schools: Strategy Over Shiny Tools with Kyler CheathamWhen it comes to AI in school districts, rushing in without a clear why can cost millions, crush teacher buy-in, and derail your entire tech strategy.<...
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Episode 332: Becky Keene
AI Optimism with Becky KeeneIn this episode of My EdTech Life, I sat down with author, educator, and thought leader Becky Keene to unpack her new book
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Episode 331: Erik Parsons
Learning, Agency, and EdTech | Erik ParsonsIn this episode of My EdTech Life, I reconnect with the brilliant Erik Parsons, better known as The PhDad on T...
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Episode 330: Tisha Poncio & Rick Butterworth
Digital Portfolios, Feedback Culture, and Rethinking Readiness with Tisha Poncio and Rick ButterworthIn Episode 330 of My EdTech Life, I sit down with Tisha Poncio an...
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Episode 329: Building with Purpose with Eduaide
Ep.329 Building with Purpose with Eduaide In this episode, I welcome back two familiar voices: Thomas Thompson and Thomas Hummel, the powerhouse team behind Eduaide.AI. This isn’t just another conversation about AI. It’s a...
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Episode 328: Job Christiansen
AI in Schools: Innovation or Illusion? | Ep. 328 with Job ChristiansenIs AI making classrooms smarter—or just noisier?In this episode of My EdTech Life, I sit down with Job Christiansen, a fellow cautious advocate,...
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Episode 327: Holly Owens
Episode 327: Learning & Development, Instructional Design, and AI Talk with Holly Owens In this episode, I had the honor of chatting with Holly Owens, host of ...
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Episode 326: Teodora Pavkovic
What Does It Mean to Be Digitally Well? | with Teodora Pavkovic In this episode of My EdTech Life, I sit down with Teodora Pavkovic, psychologist, speaker, a...
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Episode 325: Andy Murphy
Digital Dangers Facing Our Kids with Andy MurphyIn this episode of My EdTech Life, I sat down with Andy Murphy, also known as The Secure Dad, to talk about the uncomfortable tru...
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Episode 324: Charlie Meyer
Episode 324 – Charlie Meyer: The AI Hype, EdTech Snake Oil & What Teachers Actually Want In this episode of My EdTech Life, I sit down with Charlie Me...
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Episode 323: Jen Manly
AI Ethics, Overreliance & Honest Talk with Jen ManlyIn this episode of My EdTech Life, Fonz sits down with returning guest Jen Manly, a computer science educato...
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Episode 322: Dr. José R. Ferrer López
Episode 322: ¿Instrucciones o experiencias? El nuevo rol del educador en tiempos de IA | Dr. José R. Ferrer ¡Bienvenidos a un nuevo episodio de My EdTech Life! Hoy tengo el honor de conversar con el...
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Episode 321: Micah Shippee
Episode 321: 2059 and the Future of Education with Micah ShippeeWhat if we stopped reacting to every new tech tool and started preparing with intention? In this bold conversation, I sit down with educator, futurist, and Samsung’s ...
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Episode 320: Zachary Stier & Tom Rendon
Episode 320: Creativity in Young Children: What Science Tells Us and Our Hearts Know with Dr. Zachary Stier &
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Episode 319: Rob Nelson
Episode 319: AI, Education, and Moving at Human Speed with Rob NelsonIn this powerful episode of My EdTech Life, I sit down with educator, writer, and higher ed...
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Episode 318: Paul Matthews & Jason Gulya
Artificial Intelligence, Real Literacy – Evidence-Based Practices in Action Join me on this engaging episode of My EdTech Life as I sit down with Paul Matthews...
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Episode 317: Amber Ivey
Episode 317: Why Ethics Must Lead Our AI Conversations with Amber IveyIn this powerful episode of My EdTech Life, I sit down with Amber Ivey—data expert and host...
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Episode 316: Ken Patterson
Why Transparency Matters Now More Than Ever with Ken Patterson In this hard-hitting episode of My EdTech Life, I sit down with Ken Patterson, a former principal t...
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Episode 315: Katie Fielding
Unlock Creativity & Accessibility with Book Creator and Katie Fielding In this special episode of My EdTech Life, we celebrate 100,000 downloads with an incredible guest—
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Episode 314: Arturo Guajardo
Breaking Language Barriers in Education with Pocketalk with Arturo Guajardo 🎧 Welco...
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Episode 313: Angeline Corvaglia
AI Safety, Ethics, and the SHIELD Conference with Angeline Corvaglia The future of AI safety is unf...
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Episode 312: Robby Cobbs
Episode 312: I Used My Boat Money to Start Tech My School with Robby CobbsWhat would you do i...
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