

The Harvard EdCast
Harvard Graduate School of Education
In the complex world of education, the Harvard EdCast keeps the focus simple: what makes a difference for learners, educators, parents, and our communities. The EdCast is a weekly podcast about the ideas that shape education, from early learning through college and career. We talk to teachers, researchers, policymakers, and leaders of schools and systems in the US and around the world — looking for positive approaches to the challenges and inequities in education. Through authentic conversation, we work to lower the barriers of education’s complexities so that everyone can understand.
The Harvard EdCast is produced by the Harvard Graduate School of Education and hosted by Jill Anderson. The opinions expressed are those of the guest alone, and not the Harvard Graduate School of Education.
The Harvard EdCast is produced by the Harvard Graduate School of Education and hosted by Jill Anderson. The opinions expressed are those of the guest alone, and not the Harvard Graduate School of Education.
Episodes
Mentioned books

Apr 18, 2018 • 24min
The Surprising Cost of School Security
UC-Berkeley Professor Calvin Morrill talks about how a high school changed with increased security policies, and shares some perspective on how this might inform the current debate about school security.

Apr 11, 2018 • 11min
Tackling Issues in Education
CJ Anderson, Super Bowl champion for the Denver Broncos, reflects on his community activism work and shares tips for other non-profit leaders.

Apr 4, 2018 • 14min
Angel Investments
Angel Rich, founder and CEO of The Wealth Factory, examines the intersection of financial literacy, technology, and education.

Mar 28, 2018 • 14min
Making Smart Choices in Today's Screen-filled World
Children's television producer Angela Santomero shares the inspirations behind her hit shows like Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood, and talks about how parents can use television in smart and healthy ways.

Mar 21, 2018 • 22min
AI and Education
Stephen Wolfram, CEO of Wolfram Research, reflects on the evolving role of computational literacy and AI in education.

Mar 15, 2018 • 13min
Mindset and Parenting
Carol Dweck, Stanford professor of psychology, examines mindset, motivation, and parenting tips in the context of recently receiving the Yidan Prize.

Mar 7, 2018 • 10min
Committing to the #CommonGood
Rick Weissbourd, faculty director of Making Caring Common, discusses the launch of the Caring Schools #CommonGood Campaign.

Feb 27, 2018 • 22min
Ask More of Him
Jackson Katz, an educator, activist, and creator of the Mentors in Violence Prevention program, discusses the significant role men play in preventing gender violence and creating more gender equality in light of movements like Metoo.

Feb 22, 2018 • 9min
Is "Free College" Really Free?
Is "Free College" Really Free? by Harvard Graduate School of Education

Feb 14, 2018 • 24min
Dr. Ruth Talks Sex and Ed
Dr. Ruth Talks Sex and Ed by Harvard Graduate School of Education