Matt Tower
Policy and education technology analyst from Whiteboard Advisors who frequently guest-hosts the show and provides analysis on edtech funding, policy, and market trends.
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Aug 22, 2025 • 1h 41min
Week in EdTech 8/13/25: Back-to-School Uncertainty, B2B vs B2C Learning, GPT-5 Backlash, School Choice Surge, Google’s Gemini Power Play, and More! Feat. Evan Harris of Pathos Consulting Group, Becky Keene of AI Optimism & Max Spero of Pangram Labs
Evan Harris, President of Pathos Consulting Group, discusses the rising threat of deepfake abuse in schools and the need for crisis response strategies. Becky Keene, author of AI Optimism, shares insights on integrating AI literacy for teachers while advocating for innovative teaching methods. Max Spero of Pangram Labs explores how emerging tech can transform education. They delve into the backlash against the GPT-5 rollout, the shifting dynamics between B2B and B2C educational models, and the urgent call for an AI user Bill of Rights to empower students in the digital landscape.
Sep 19, 2025 • 1h 7min
Week in EdTech 9/10/25: Apple Integrates OpenAI & Gemini to Siri, NAEP Scores Show Continued Learning Loss, EdTech Funding Slows, Alpha Schools’ 2-hour AI Model Sparks Debate, and More! Feat. Chris Walsh of PBLWorks
Join Matt Tower, a policy and edtech analyst, Kate Eberle Walker, CEO of Presence Learning, and Chris Walsh, Chief Product and Technology Officer at PBLWorks, as they delve into key trends in education technology. They discuss Apple's integration of OpenAI with Siri and the implications of AI on student mental health. The guest highlights include the ongoing challenges of learning loss post-pandemic and the controversial two-hour AI model from Alpha Schools. Insights into project-based learning and the state of edtech funding also take center stage.
Jan 24, 2025 • 1h 42min
Week in Edtech 1/15/2025: LA School Fires, ChatGPT's To-Do's & Reminders Feature, PowerSchool Data Breach, $175M for Element451, Student Loan Forgiveness, and More! Feat. Emily Lai of Pearson, Dominik Kovacs of Colossyan and Adele Smolansky of AI-Learners
In this discussion, Emily Lai, VP at Pearson, dives into AI tools that enhance learning outcomes and study habits. Adele Smolansky, CEO of AI-Learners, reveals how AI is transforming accessibility in education. Dominik Kovacs, founder of Colossyan, shares insights on using AI-driven video solutions to create personalized learning experiences. The conversation also tackles urgent issues like recent wildfires impacting LA schools and a significant data breach at PowerSchool, highlighting the critical role of technology in navigating these challenges.
