Future of Education Podcast
MacKenzie Price
The Future of Education Podcast is the place to find out what's happening in schools. Our guests are wide and varied, from educators, entrepreneurs, athletes, celebrities, influencers and most importantly-our students! They all have one thing in common- they are passionate about reinventing education to make it relevant and efficient. Our host, MacKenzie Price, is the Co-Founder of 2hr Learning (2hourlearning.com) and some of the top-performing schools in the country. 2 Hour Learning is a groundbreaking school model that is reshaping the landscape of K-12 education. It's powered by AI technology, enabling schools to provide personalized curriculum to students. Our K-12 schools perform in the top 2% nationwide by leveraging this personalize model to help students love school, learn twice as much, and build life skills. MacKenzie is at the forefront of educational transformation, striving for a balanced and enriching learning experience for every child. She graduated with a BA in Psychology from Stanford University and resides in Austin, Texas, with her husband and two daughters. The Future of Education podcast is produced by 7 Lyons Media (7LyonsMedia.com). Please send press inquiries to mkp@2hourlearning.com.
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Jul 16, 2025 • 21min
S2E246: Gifted & Talented Sisters Talk Motivation and AI at School (Part 2)
Evie and Mara, two sisters who attend our very own GT School, return for Part 2 of the conversation. They discuss what it's like using AI at school, how they stay motivated, and Mara shares an impressive physical feat.
Jul 11, 2025 • 22min
S2E245: Gifted & Talented Sisters Talk Chess and History (Part 1)
In this episode, MacKenzie sits down with Evie and Mara, two sisters who attend our very own GT School. They share what it’s like to be in a program designed for gifted and talented students, how they both got into chess, and even show off a surprising memorization feat!
Jul 8, 2025 • 25min
S2E244: From Special Ed to Undefeated MMA Fighter: Daniel Puder’s Story (Part 1)
Daniel Puder, a former WWE star and undefeated MMA fighter, shares his inspiring journey from being bullied and placed in special ed to finding success against all odds. He discusses the impact of adversity on his life, including experiences in juvie and mental health struggles. Puder emphasizes the importance of resilience, mentorship, and embracing failure as a learning opportunity. As founder of My Life, My Power, he highlights educational reforms that focus on at-risk students, advocating for project-based learning and emotional intelligence.
Jul 3, 2025 • 31min
S2E243: Building a Future-Ready School with Gabi Immelman, Creator of Mindjoy
Gabi Immelman, co-founder and CEO of Mindjoy, is passionate about transforming education through AI. In their insightful conversation, they explore how student motivation surpasses teacher performance in importance. The rise of micro-schools post-COVID offers smaller, more personalized educational experiences. Gabi addresses the crisis of connection for today's youth and emphasizes the need for supportive school communities. Together, they advocate for self-directed and project-based learning, empowering students to thrive and innovate in their educational journeys.
Jul 1, 2025 • 23min
S2E242: Teachers 2.0 - With Guide Bryan and Student Eddy (Part 1)
Guide Bryan, an Alpha guide with a background in personal training, dives into a transformative educational approach alongside his student Eddy. They discuss how students take ownership of their learning in a teacher-less environment, focusing on personalized methods and innovative life skills workshops. The duo explores a unique Grillonomics course, merging culinary skills with financial literacy through fun, hands-on activities. Their passion for fostering relationships and independence shines as they share their journey in redefining what education can be!
Jun 27, 2025 • 18min
S2E241: Shopping Sprees for Good Grades? Alpha Students Ella and Eva Tell All
Alpha students Ella and Eva join MacKenzie to talk about their mental health app for teen girls, built as part of a school project- but that’s just the beginning. They dive into the unique ways Alpha emphasizes motivation models, including a system where students earn customized rewards for hitting academic goals. From building real-world tools to boosting confidence in and out of the classroom, this episode gives a front-row look at what happens when students take the lead.
Jun 26, 2025 • 13min
S2E240: Why This 12-Year-Old Moved Across the Country for School (Part 2)
In Part 2 of our conversation with Rourke, a 12-year-old student at Alpha, we dive deeper into what life is really like at school.
Jun 20, 2025 • 18min
S2E239: Why This 12-Year-Old Moved Across the Country for School (Part 1)
In this episode, MacKenzie chats with Rourke, a 12-year-old Alpha student who moved from New York City to Austin, Texas to attend our flagship location of Alpha School. Rourke shares what her traditional school experience was like in Manhattan, what made her family choose Alpha, and how the two models compare from a student’s point of view.
Jun 18, 2025 • 20min
S2E238: Alpha Dads Tell All: Parenting Wins, Fails, and Real Talk (Part 2)
In Part 2 of our conversation with Alpha dads, MacKenzie asks the dads to reflect on their biggest parenting wins, proud moments, and yes—their most memorable fails. They also share honest feedback about Alpha, what they love, and where they think there’s still room to grow. It’s a candid, thoughtful conversation about raising kids in a world that’s changing fast.
Jun 16, 2025 • 23min
S2E237: “School Taught Me Nothing About Business” - YouTuber FaZe Blaze on Turning Gaming into a Business
Blazify has over 3.6 million subscribers on YouTube—but he’ll be the first to tell you school didn’t teach him how to get there. In this episode, he opens up about growing up, how video games taught him real-life skills, and everything he had to learn outside the classroom to build his business. Now he’s branching out beyond YouTube, even launching his own chocolate product that’s sold in Walmart. This is a story about creativity, hustle, and rewriting the rules of success.
