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Stephen Carney, a Professor of Educational Studies at Roskilde University, discusses his book 'Education in Radical Uncertainty,' co-authored with Ulla Ambrosius Madsen. They delve into the complexities of comparative education, advocating for non-linear reading and an experiential approach. Carney critiques established methodologies, highlighting the emotional struggles of youth amidst dominant narratives. Their conversation emphasizes humility and the need to embrace life's uncertainties to enrich educational practices and understanding.

FreshEd is on holidays. We’ll be back with new episodes in February. In the meantime, we are replaying some of our favourite episodes from our archive, which now totals over 380 episodes. The best way for you to explore our archive is on our website, freshedpodcast.com. You’ll find hand-picked playlists, transcripts, and even accompanying educational resources. And while you're there, please consider becoming a member of FreshEd for as little as $10/month. Members receive exclusive benefits. -- Today we look at a UNESCO development project started in the early 1950s in Central Mexico that promoted fundamental education. My guests, Luis Urrieta and Judith Landeros, critique the common narrative of the project, revealing problematic deficit perspectives as well as nuanced counterstories of silenced voices. Luis Urrieta, Jr. is an Indigenous (P’urhépecha)/Latino interdisciplinary researcher. He currently holds the Charles H. Spence, Sr. Centennial Professorship in Education at the University of Texas at Austin where Judith Landeros is a doctoral student in the Cultural Studies in Education program with a certificate in Native American and Indigenous studies. Their new article is featured in the August issue of the Comparative Education Review. freshedpodcast.com/urrieta-landeros -- Get in touch! Twitter: @FreshEdpodcast Facebook: FreshEd Email: info@freshedpodcast.com Support FreshEd: www.freshedpodcast.com/support/

We are starting a FreshEd community and want you to join for as little as $10/month. Thanks to our newest member, Anjuli Crocker. Your contribution will allow us to continue creating FreshEd. If you want to join our growing community, please head over to FreshEdpodcast.com/support -- As we near the end of 2024, it’s time to take stock of the year. What were the big events in 2024 and how might they impact the field of CIE? What new ideas emerged? And where is our field headed in 2025? Continuing this FreshEd tradition, Susan Robertson and Mario Novelli join me for the last episode of the year. We’ll also discuss the future of FreshEd as we near our 10th anniversary. Mario Novelli is professor in the political economy of education at the University of Sussex. Susan Robertson is a professor of education at Wolfson College at the University of Cambridge as well as at the University of Manchester. They co-edit the journal Globalisation, Societies and Education. This is our last show for the year. Happy new year and see you in 2025! https://freshedpodcast.com/2024inreview/ -- Get in touch! Twitter: @FreshEdpodcast Facebook: FreshEd Email: info@freshedpodcast.com

In this engaging discussion, Ritesh Shah, a senior lecturer from the University of Auckland, and Francine Menashy, an associate professor at the University of Toronto, explore the complexities of education in emergencies. They delve into the impacts of colonialism, capitalism, and institutional racism in educational frameworks. The duo emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and community-centered initiatives, advocating for a shift from saviorism to solidarity. Their insights challenge prevailing narratives and propose a more equitable approach to learning in crisis situations.

FreshEd started a membership community and we want you to join for as little as $10/month. https://freshedpodcast.com/support/ -- Today we explore the trend of capping international student numbers in Australian higher education. My guest is Anthony Welch. Anthony Welch is Professor of Education at the Faculty of Education and Social Work, University of Sydney. His latest piece on capping student numbers was published in the East Asia Forum. https://freshedpodcast.com/379-welch/ -- Get in touch! Twitter: @FreshEdpodcast Facebook: FreshEd Email: info@freshedpodcast.com

Fazal Rizvi, Emeritus Professor in Global Studies of Education, shares insights from his upcoming book on globalization and education. He discusses how globalization remains influential despite rising nationalism and critiques of neoliberalism. The conversation dives into the shifting political landscape in the U.S., especially under potential future leadership. Rizvi also reflects on the challenges of academic collaboration and the need for a coherent public educational space amidst diverse ideologies, highlighting the complexities of technology in this evolving landscape.

Michael W. Apple, a distinguished curriculum scholar, dives into the implications of a potential second Trump presidency on education. He discusses the stark contrasts between Trump and Biden's educational policies, including budget cuts and the rise of privatization. Apple addresses the book bans and gender politics affecting schools, revealing how emotional appeals shape voter support. Furthermore, he emphasizes the critical role of community involvement and grassroots efforts in combating political pressures in education.

In this insightful discussion, Jack Schneider, an assistant professor at UMass Lowell, and freelance journalist Jennifer Berkshire reflect on the state of public education after the Trump administration. They dive into the alarming trends of privatization and the influence of figures like Betsy DeVos. The conversation highlights the disconnect between extreme educational policies and mainstream Republican views, underlining the necessity for grassroots activism to defend public schooling amid looming threats from a potential second Trump presidency.

If you find FreshEd a valuable educational resource, please consider joining our community. Membership starts for as little as $10/month. Sign up at FreshEdpodcast.com -- Today we take a look behind the curtain of the FreshEd Flux episode entitled “I am Karen,” which was created by Suwandee Thatsanaprai, who is known as Beaw. If you haven’t listened to Beaw’s Flux episode yet, hit stop now and go find it in your podcast feed. Beaw is a Thai-Karen education development practitioner currently working with the Southeast Asia Spark Fund initiative at the Global Fund for Children. She recently completed her master’s at the University of Bristol. She is a Season 3 Flux Fellow. https://freshedpodcast.com/thatsanaprai/ -- Get in touch! Twitter: @FreshEdpodcast Facebook: FreshEd Email: info@freshedpodcast.com Support FreshEd: www.freshedpodcast.com/support/

Today we launch the next and final episode of Flux for Season 3. In this episode, Suwandee Thatsanaprai, known as Beaw, shines a light on the Karen ethnic minority in Thailand. She shows the structural effects of colonization and the affective dimensions of racism. And she ponders the connections between language and identity. Beaw is a Thai-Karen education development practitioner currently working with the Southeast Asia Spark Fund initiative at the Global Fund for Children. She recently completed her master’s at the University of Bristol. She is a Season 3 Flux Fellow. If you’re curious about the final song, you can read an English translation on our website. https://freshedpodcast.com/flux-beaw/ -- Today’s episode was created, written, and produced by Suwandee Thatsanaprai. Johannah Fahey was the executive producer. Brett Lashua and Will Brehm were the producers. Special thanks to Beaw's mother for helping write the S’gaw Karen script; Wut for inviting Beaw to his school and for his help pushing her bike on the muddy roads; and Beaw's grandmother for sharing a different perspective that helped her learn more about her and her identity as a Karen woman. Voices: Voice of the 'expat expert': Ian Hendry Original Voices of karen students at the school: Seij hpo, Hsaj hti, La hsgij, Hpaw moj la. English Voice over for karen students at the school: Oscar- Seij hpo, Cleo - Hsaj hti, Archie - La Hsgij, and Khum Hom - Hpaw moj la Original Voices of Karen adults: Hpaj se da, Tij ywa, Toj lwij, K’ Li, Hsaj hpaw, Nauj shi. English Voice Over for Karen adults : Elliot - Hpaj se da, Jeff- Tij ywa, John - Toj lwij, Kyaw - K’ Li, Por - Hsaj hpaw, Som - Nauj shi Music: Kho Due Doe by P'Chi (used with permission) Kla Kla Chi Klu Ngu by P'Chi (used with permission) ปว่าเก่อญอก็มีหัวใจ Ver.เตหน่ากู by P'Chi (used with permission) Thai National Anthem: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v86OlB4f2QY High Anxiety by Phillip Mount (from Soundstripe) Grim History performed by Lost Ghosts (from Soundstripe) Celebrated Life performed by Lost Ghosts (from Soundstripe) Wise Decision performed by Lost Ghosts (from Soundstripe) Sweet Collapse by Matthew Grossman Raindrops performed by Moments Sound Effects: Forest Rain Wind Light (from Soundstripe): https://app.soundstripe.com/sound-effects/6608