

EDUCAUSE Shop Talk
EDUCAUSE
Podcast guests engage in candid conversations about big issues in higher education technology. Hosted by Sophie White, Showcase Program Manager, and Jenay Robert, Senior Researcher. Produced by Kelli Horan, Digital Content Manager. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Dec 8, 2025 • 47min
The Modern Era of IT Strategic Planning
Sophie and Jenay discuss the latest approaches to technology strategic planning in higher education with leaders Jason Maslanka and Ed Puckett. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 1, 2025 • 43min
Empowering Students and Faculty in the AI Loop
Sophie and Jenay discuss student and faculty perspectives on artificial intelligence (AI) in teaching and learning with undergraduate student Jo Trotechaud and faculty member John Crow. Recorded live at the 2025 EDUCAUSE Annual Conference in Nashville, the conversation explores a range of perspectives on responsible AI use in teaching and learning and how to bridge divisions within higher education institutions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 17, 2025 • 47min
What Tech Leaders Need to Know About Federal Policy and Higher Ed
Sophie and Jenay discuss U.S. federal policy updates and higher education with John O'Brien and Jarret Cummings live at the 2025 EDUCAUSE Annual Conference in Nashville. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 10, 2025 • 31min
2026 EDUCAUSE Top 10: Why Human Connection Matters
Sophie and Jenay discuss the 2026 EDUCAUSE Top 10: Making Connections with Crista Copp and Mark McCormack live at the 2025 EDUCAUSE Annual Conference in Nashville. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 20, 2025 • 48min
Cybersecurity Awareness Month: How Higher Ed Can Prioritize People to Mitigate Threats
Sophie and Jenay talk with guests Jerry Tylutki and Isaac Galvan about 2025 Cybersecurity Awareness Month and how to thoughtfully build cybersecurity awareness programs at higher education institutions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 6, 2025 • 53min
No Easy Button: Horizon Report Insights on Data Literacy and Governance
Sophie and Nicole discuss the 2025 EDUCAUSE Horizon Report: Data and Analytics Edition with researchers and panelists Todd Barber and Kim Arnold. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 29, 2025 • 52min
Inside EDUCAUSE 2025: Tips, Tools, and Takeaways
Sophie and Jenay talk with Eden Dahlstrom and Tracey Birdwell about what to expect at the October 2025 EDUCAUSE Annual Conference in Nashville and how attendees can make the most of their time together. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 8, 2025 • 52min
Unpacking AI at Scale with CSU and OpenAI
Hosts Sophie and Jenay talk with guests from the California State University system and OpenAI to unpack the largest ChatGPT deployment by a single organization to date. The conversation covers deployment goals, implementation and rollout strategies, cultural lessons, and the metrics for scaling artificial intelligence access across the system's twenty-three campuses. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 25, 2025 • 51min
People-First Leadership in Higher Ed
Sophie and Jenay talk with David Weil and Andrea Childress about how higher education leaders can put people first by creating a culture of belonging and supporting workforce development for professional staff. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 11, 2025 • 47min
A Practical Guide to AI Literacy
Sophie and Jenay talk with Leo S. Lo, Jeanne Beatrix Law, and Anissa Vega about practical strategies for guiding student and faculty AI use and literacy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


