What happens when supply chain resilience meets local production and advanced tech? Charles Johnson-Bey breaks down the five pillars needed to realize distributed manufacturing—starting with equity, education, and connectivity.
WRTP | BIG STEP is leading a $10 million apprenticeship initiative with national implications. CEO Lindsay Blumer shares how this effort is reshaping workforce systems and building scalable, industry-aligned talent pipelines.
October 7, 2025 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin – One-day event for manufacturers to learn how to use AI in their businesses!
Love It or Hate It: A Surprisingly Human (And Very Fun) Conversation About Math Dr. Jordan Ellenberg, Mathematics Professor at the University of Wisconsin Love the episode? Leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ What happens when a world-class mathematician meets ’80s college radio, Bill Gates’ top-10 favorite books, and a host with
Farming has entered the smart era. GPS-guided tractors, drones, and real-time data are reshaping agriculture. In this episode, experts reveal how technology is transforming America’s farms, boosting efficiency, and redefining careers in one of our oldest industries.
AI is already reaching underserved classrooms—but access alone isn’t enough. This episode explores how guided, responsible use of AI can support literacy, close learning gaps, and bring personalized learning to the students who need it most.
How does a rural college lead a national shift? Dr. Paul Carlsen shares how Lakeshore is transforming credit through competency-based education, early college pathways, industry credentials, and $32M in competitive grant funding.
Abim Kolawole shares how Northwestern Mutual uses risk as a strategic tool—empowering innovation, protecting trust, and helping a 167-year-old company stay relevant in a fast-changing, tech-driven world.
How do we help students think beyond the world as it is and start shaping the world as it could be? This episode explores how K–12 learners develop creativity, purpose, and problem-solving skills when they’re encouraged to tackle the challenges of the future.
Attention spans are shrinking—but it’s not just TikTok’s fault. Dr. Gloria Mark joins us to explore how digital habits, stress, and AI are reshaping student focus—and what educators can do about it.
How does STEM factor into the world’s toughest race? Get an inside look at the Tour de France 2025, with Wall Street Journal columnist Jason Gay – featuring a unique STEM-focused look at the race.
If your networking efforts aren’t leading to job offers, you’re not alone. This guide shows how smarter, more specific conversations can turn vague connections into real career opportunities.
A new NSF report reveals how AI Engineering can position the U.S. at the global forefront of AI innovation, blending advanced engineering with cutting-edge artificial intelligence systems.
What makes K–12 programs truly transformative? Dr. Annalies Corbin breaks down the 5 strategies that drive long-lasting, career-connected education—and why most reforms miss the mark.
How did a mechatronics class go viral—and start landing students jobs? Discover Danny Murphy’s creative teaching methods that are engaging students, impressing employers, and redefining technical education.
WPI redesigned its entire curriculum around project-based learning. In this episode, Dr. Kris Wobbe shares how students solve real-world problems—and how any educator can apply this transformative approach in their own classroom.
Discover how Buena Park High School built a hands-on, industry-aligned CTE program with industrial certifications—and used social media to grow enrollment, community support, and employer engagement.
Senator Tammy Baldwin joins The TechEd Podcast to discuss bipartisan support for career and technical education, the future of apprenticeship laws, and funding for short-term training programs.
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Super Late Model driver Justin Mondeik shares how technical education gave him an edge in racing—and how manufacturers are using motorsports to recruit skilled talent.
Tariff policy is shifting by the day—and technical education won’t be immune.
From rising equipment costs to major changes in funding, curriculum, and workforce demand, this episode breaks down five critical outcomes that educators need to prepare for now. It’s not about predicting the future—it’s about scenario planning for what’s coming next.
AI, education, energy—these are key issues for states in 2025. In this episode, one state senator shares his perspective on how leaders should approach investment, policy, and regulation in tech and the workforce.
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What if every university graduate had 2.5 years of paid, full-time work experience before their first job? At Kettering University, they do. In this episode, President Dr. Robert McMahan explains how their 50/50 model flips the script on student debt, career readiness, and the role of higher ed in the workforce.
Move over, Silicon Valley. The next big tech breakthroughs are getting their start in Green Bay, Wisconsin with support from Microsoft & the Packers.
Join Joe Tanner, former astronaut, and Curtis Althaus, ASF Scholar, as they discuss the powerful impact of mentorship in shaping the future of STEM leaders and the lifelong value of community and growth.
What Rising Tariffs Mean for Companies, Workers, and the Future of Trade John Murphy, Senior Vice President, Head of International – U.S. Chamber of Commerce Love the episode? Leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ With tariffs back in the spotlight, what’s their real impact on trade, business, and jobs? Are they a
How can sports psychology help students succeed in math and STEM? Kathy Meyers brings mindset techniques used by elite athletes into the math classroom, sharing how positivity, goal-setting, and resilience can build confidence and STEM skills.
A scandal rocked baseball, but it also sparked a tech revolution. Discover how PitchCom is transforming MLB with wireless communication, real-time data, and game-changing innovation in this fascinating conversation with co-inventor John Hankins.
Why do so many great startups go unfunded? This episode explores how undercapitalized entrepreneurs secure venture capital and what investors look for in the right idea, the right founder, and a scalable business.
Can U.S. manufacturing stay competitive in 2025? Congresswoman Haley Stevens explores the policies, innovations, and workforce strategies needed to strengthen America’s industrial future in a rapidly evolving global market.
MSOE built a hands-on AI degree designed for real-world problem-solving. From supercomputers to industry partnerships, Dr. John Walz shares how AI is transforming education, workforce readiness, and university operations.
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