Evolution Stories
Evolution Stories is a biweekly podcast that delves deep into the heart and soul of change leadership and school transformation.
Podcasting since 2025 • 13 episodes
Evolution Stories
Latest Episodes
Microschools on the Rise: Don Soifer’s Vision for Education
“Microschools are giving families agency, educators freedom, and students a chance to thrive outside of one-size-fits-all systems.” – Don SoiferIn this episode of Evolution Stories, Christian Talbot sits d...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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47:36
From Germany to DC: Suzanna Jemsby on Leading with Empathy and Vision
In this second episode of Season II Evolution Stories, host Christian Talbot sits down with Suzanna Jemsby, Head of School at Washington International School and a Commissioner with the Middle States Association. A lifelong educato...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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36:54
From Reopen to Reinvent: Michael Horn’s Vision for Schools
In this Season II opening episode of Evolution Stories, host Christian Talbot welcomes back Michael Horn, renowned author, speaker, and leading thinker in education innovation. Horn was the very first guest in Middle States’ live...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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1:06:25
The Psychology of Effective Change
In this episode, Rory Sutherland, Vice Chairman of Ogilvy and author of "Alchemy," shares his perspective on leading change, particularly in schools. Sutherland argues for the importance of incorporating psychology into change initiatives, sugg...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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1:02:45
Beyond Grades: A New Vision for Learning
This episode features leaders from Beyond 8, a pioneering learning studio in India, who share how their model disrupts traditional ideas of school. Rooted in student agency and human connection, Beyond 8 empowers young people to co-design their...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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56:22