In this episode of Future of Education, MacKenzie sits down with her daughter, Sloane—a high school student, entrepreneur, and TikTok creator with nearly 2 million followers. Sloane shares her journey through different educational environments, from spending most of her life at Alpha to a brief stint in public school. We discuss the key differences between traditional school and Alpha’s unique approach, how her peers reacted to her TikTok success, and what it takes to juggle school, business, and social media. 

In this episode, we sit down with Jorge 'Horchata' Soto, a renowned YouTuber with over 3 million subscribers. Jorge shares his educational journey—from his school experiences and decision to leave college, to working at Walmart, and ultimately building a successful YouTube channel focused on school-related content. Join us for an inspiring conversation about unconventional paths, creativity, and the evolving role of education in today's world.

Welcome back to Part 2 of our discussion on kids' mental health with Natalia Rodriguez, founder of CREATE Kids Edu. CREATE is a charity that develops materials designed to strengthen the body-brain connection through somatics and memory techniques. Tune in as we explore how these innovative approaches can support children's well-being and learning.

Natalia Rodriguez, founder of CREATE Kids Edu, focuses on enhancing children's mental health through body education. She dives into how emotions manifest in physical symptoms and shares tools for stress management. The conversation highlights innovative approaches like combining physical activity with emotional regulation. Additionally, they discuss the impact of technology on mental health and the importance of gentle parenting. Rodriguez emphasizes personalized strategies over medication for behavioral issues, advocating for emotional connections in education.

In part 2 of this podcast episode, Paige weighs in on the state of American education. Paige's daughter Anthem joins us as well, sharing her experience as a Kindergartener at Alpha.

Welcome back to part 2 with Alonzo Mourning- NBA Hall of Famer, 7 time NBA All-Star, and "original "Beast" of the Miami Heat." In this episode, we discuss the state of education in the United States and how Alonzo has dedicated his life to helping at-risk youth in Miami.

Joining us on the podcast, Alonzo Mourning is an NBA Legend - Hall of Famer, 7 time NBA All-Star, and "original "Beast" of the Miami Heat." He discusses his experience growing up in a broken home and the people who poured into him as a child, ultimately leading him to altruistic endeavors. He now spends his time serving at-risk kids with his foundation, the Mourning Family Foundation, which "focuses on youth development through advocacy, education and enrichment".

Zach Justice, a college dropout and viral TikTok star known for his podcast "Dropouts," shares his transformative journey in education. He discusses the shortcomings of traditional systems and champions personalized learning that sparks creativity. Zach highlights how taking action can serve as a catalyst for motivation, rather than the other way around. He also delves into navigating self-doubt in high-visibility roles, offering practical tips to combat negative self-talk and emphasizing the importance of family support in empowering young learners.