GAEL UnscriptED

GAEL UnscriptED, the podcast that goes beyond the headlines and handbooks to bring you unfiltered insights from Georgia’s top educational leaders, innovators, and changemakers. Hosted by Ben Wiggins, Executive Director of GAEL, this show dives deep into the challenges, opportunities, and unexpected twists that shape education today.

From leadership strategies to policy discussions—and everything in between—GAEL UnscriptED is your go-to source for candid conversations that make an impact. No scripts. No fluff. Just real talk from those leading the way in Georgia’s schools.

Producer

Ivy Young

I'm Ivy Lane Young — a proud University of Georgia graduate from Blackshear, GA, with a heart for public education and a passion for meaningful connection. I serve as the Member & Sponsor Engagement Coordinator for the Georgia Association of Educational Leaders (GAEL).

As a product of public education, I believe deeply in its power to transform lives. At GAEL, I lead marketing strategy, member and sponsor engagement, branding, and podcast production, telling the stories that matter and helping leaders across the state stay connected and inspired. I bring over five years of experience in communications roles that have sharpened my skills in creative content, digital marketing, and relationship-building, always with a personal touch.