Daniel Pollack Pelsner
Teaches English and theater at Portland State University. Author of Lin-Manuel Miranda, The Education of an Artist.
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Sep 5, 2025 • 26min
Hamilton and Obamacore cringe
Daniel Pollack Pelsner, a theater professor and author on Lin-Manuel Miranda, teams up with Nate Jones, a writer for New York Magazine, to explore the shifting relevance of 'Hamilton' and the concept of Obamacore. They discuss how the once-hopeful musical is now viewed through a lens of uncertainty, mirroring contemporary socio-political issues. The duo analyzes the nostalgic yet complex legacy of the Obama era, highlighting its artistic contributions while contemplating the cultural landscape's evolution since then.
Oct 24, 2025 • 1h 26min
Week in EdTech 10/15/25: AI Adoption in Classroom Now Hits 85%, India’s EdTech Rebounds, Campus Acquires Sizzle AI, Learning Avatars, and More! Feat. Joy Chen of HeyGen & Daniel Pollack-Pelzner, Author of Lin-Manuel Miranda: The Education of an Artist
Joy Chen, an Enterprise Account Manager at HeyGen and expert in educational technology, discusses the transformative impact of AI avatars on instructional design. She highlights how these interactive tools enhance student engagement and personalization in learning environments. Meanwhile, Daniel Pollack-Pelzner, a theater scholar and author, delves into Lin-Manuel Miranda's creative journey, emphasizing the importance of mentorship and collaboration in education. The conversation explores the intersection of technology and creativity in shaping artists' paths.
