Special guest Nawal Qarooni discuss the importance of rethinking language in education and the impact it has on students and families. They emphasize the need for educators to be mindful of the labels and categories they use to describe students and to seek feedback from trusted colleagues to ensure their language is inclusive and supportive. They …

Sam Guzik, a futurist passionate about local news and AI, discusses the intersection of journalism and AI. He emphasizes the importance of thinking exponentially and acting incrementally when experimenting with AI in journalism. He shares an example of using AI to make public media more accessible through live transcription and summarization. The c…

We discuss the importance of friendship and how biases and intersectionality can impact our relationships. We explore the role of self-work in becoming better friends and the challenges of friendship in the digital age. We also touch on intergenerational friendships and the benefits they bring. The conversation ends with a discussion on friendship …

Welcome to the third episode of season five! In this episode we talk with Dr. Sharon Lauricella. Sharon Lauricella is the inaugural Teaching Scholar in Residence at Ontario Tech University in Oshawa, Ontario. She holds a position as Full Professor in the Faculty of Social Science and Humanities and is a scholar of Communication and the Scholarship …

Welcome to the second episode of season five! In this episode we talk with Cardozie Jones, founder and CEO of True North EDI. 🧶Key Takeaways: Interdependence is a key concept in diversity, equity, and inclusion work, emphasizing the reliance and balance between individuals and communities. Theater provides a powerful example of interdependence, whe…

Welcome to the first episode of season five! In this episode we talk with Dr. Ulcca Joshi Hansen, education futurist and author of The Future of Smart, about what it will take to radically transform education. Dr. Ulcca Joshi Hansen offers fresh insights into how we can imagine new possible changes to truly rethink education and intelligence. 🧶Key …

A classic issue for educators is that we just don't have as much time as we'd like. But what if a digital twin could serve as a short intervention mentor? What if you could call a mentor anytime from anywhere for a quick dose of insight? That's what we test out in this episode. First we dig into how Katbot would mitigate conflict in a school regard…

If you've been following the Katbot Chronicles we hope you are wondering what use cases exist for school leaders when it comes to digital twins. While Kathleen and Tricia have many many more ideas, they wanted to share a few of their use cases, and model one of them with Katbot. The full list: Accessible Virtual Office Hours: The digital twin Katbo…

In this episode we debrief the Katbot experiment to date and talk about Katbot's new reality: she has her very own phone number! Our hosts consider the transformative potential of digital twins in enhancing self-awareness, empathy, and innovative problem-solving. The speakers explore how engaging with AI can provide insights into personal identity …

What does it mean to be a leader of change in a world where change is chaotic, exponential, and well exhausting? Join us for a new season as we speak with incredible guest experts Sam Guzik, Nawal Qarooni, Luthern Williams, Dr. Zema Sharman, Cardozie Jones and more. The new season is here on September 18th. Come chat change management with us in an…

Can you become your own writing coach? What happens when Katbot becomes Kathleen's writing mentor? On the podcast you'll hear what Katbot makes of Kathleen's poem: Her Glasses We beg her Not to change Tortoise-shelled frames. Forget fashion and Buddhist ways; we have Pure attachment to a Literary device on Gold-hooped ears. If you'd like to write a…

This is the episode of summer reflection for Kathleen and Tricia (and...Katbot). They also discuss their summer workouts and favorite foods. Kathleen shares her daily walks and encounters with a friendly dog, while Tricia talks about her gardening and experimenting with tofu marinades. They also discuss their pre-talk rituals, with Kathleen reframi…

In this episode Kathleen (actual Kathleen) responds to a listener who wrote in to learn more about how Kathleeen (again, real Kathleen) became the mentor she is today. We use that conversation to try to 'feed' Katbot. Stay tuned for Katbot's insights and an experiment in 'reflection 2.0' Want to send us a voice memo? www.unhingedcollaboration.com…

In this episode, Tricia talks about two thinkers who have influenced her thoughts about the Katbot experiment: Dr. Ruha Benjamin, specifically her new book IMAGINATION: A MANIFESTO https://wwnorton.com/books/9781324020974 Holly Herndon's work, music and thoughts on 'identity play' Explore her TED talk https://www.ted.com/talks/holly_herndon_what_if…

In this episode we invite Katbot to ask Kathleen a question. We look at Katbot's predicted answer as well as the insights she takes from the real Kathleen's answer. We also test Katbot to see what she's learning. Connect with us on LinkedIn for more, or email Tricia@shiftingschools.com with questions. https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathleen-naglee-4b1…

In this episode, we explore the profound impact of the decisions we make early in our careers and how they shape our journey toward leadership. Kathleen Naglee, shares her personal experiences, reflecting on the moments that defined her path to becoming a head of school. We also discuss the importance of self-awareness, the power of play, and the r…

Amala runs the first secondary level programme and qualification designed with and for refugee youth. We also offer Changemaker Courses in areas such as Peace-building, Ethical Leadership, and Social Entrepreneurship. This week Kathleen and Tricia speak with a learning lead from Amala: Fatima Abualenein. Fatima helps us better understand what truly…

Dr. Alexandra Simond discusses her unique perspective on science communication and the importance of information flow, storytelling, and creating a conducive learning environment. She also addresses the challenges faced by women in academia. Dr. Simond also shares personal experiences and insights from her TEDx talk. Connect with our guest: https:/…

On this week is special guest Maliha Iqbal. Maliha Iqbal is a consultant for international schools. She has extensive experience as a classroom teacher, particularly early childhood, as well as experience as an instructional coach for PreK through 5 in all curricular areas. Maliha is a math specialist (MSIS), trained for the implementation of the n…

Abby Covert, an information architect, discusses the significance of language and the role of information in our lives. She explains that information is unique to each individual and is the result of data and content processing in our brains. Abby emphasizes the importance of understanding mental models and how they shape our perception of informat…

Dr. Amanda Rose Villarreal discusses the concept of safe spaces and the limitations of the term. Our conversation introduces the idea of spaces of acceptable risk, where participants are encouraged to take risks and be vulnerable. Villarreal emphasizes the importance of transparent communication and shared responsibility in creating these spaces. T…

Educator and leader, Angeline Aow shares the origin story of WomenEd DE and how her involvement with WomenEd has evolved over the years. She discusses the importance of shifting focus from fixing women to fixing systems and the need for inclusivity and intersectionality in professional learning communities. Angeline also explores the impact of midd…

Kwame Sarfo-Mensah is our special guest this week. He tells about the origin story of his phenomenal show Identity Talk as well as what he's gained by hosting it. Chapters: 00:00 The Evolution of Identity Talk 03:27 Creating a Collaborative Space 06:48 Lifting Up Unsung Heroes 10:33 Changing the Way We Approach Conversations 31:43 Podcasting for Pe…

On today are the co-founders of ODIS. The mission of ODIS is: "Our goal at ODIS is to create a movement within all international schools (not just IB) and the expat community at large to expand the scope of international education beyond current Western values, to be intersectional and inclusive of all marginalised groups." Co-founders Clara and Xo…

Tricia shares a bonus episode where she was invited to speak with the new show out this year: The Benjamin Franklin International School Podcast (BFIS podcast) This is a small school podcast with a difference. We aim to showcase our school’s future-oriented vision for learning. Our goal: acting as agents of change in an educational world that must …

Sustainable Innovation: By and for K-12 educational leaders NEASC is proud to present this five-part podcast series created by and for educational leaders on themes of key importance including artificial intelligence (AI), technology in education, student agency, and building sustainable systems and cultures of innovation in our schools. The NEASC …

Chloé Locatelli is a PhD candidate in the Digital Humanities department at King’s College London. She completed her Gender Studies' Masters with the Erasmus+ Programme at Universidad de Granada and University of Bologna. Her doctoral research looks at constructions of femininity in sextech and their posthuman potential. She is interested in sextech…

In this compelling episode we welcome the insightful Dr. Jin Lee, a scholar whose research transcends boundaries, both geographically and academically. Dr. Lee, whose life weaves through South Korea, the United States, and Australia, along with a profound presence in online spaces, brings a unique perspective to our understanding of media and cultu…

In this riveting episode, we sit down with the co-host of the groundbreaking podcast, ‘Bot Love’ Anna Oakes. The show has taken the podcasting world by storm, delving deep into the intertwining realms of love, human relationships, and the influence of AI-driven chatbots. But what's the story behind 'Bot Love'? Our guest takes us on a journey back t…

Dr Blodgett is a senior researcher in the Fairness, Accountability, Transparency, and Ethics in AI (FATE) group at Microsoft Research Montréal. She's broadly interested in examining the social and ethical implications of natural language processing technologies; she developed approaches for anticipating, measuring, and mitigating harms arising from…

Nicole Pacent is an actress and producer, known for Westworld (2016), Criminal Minds (2005) and Call Me Kat (2021). Nicole was also on the award winning series Anyone But Me, and has been a long time advocate for the LGBTQ+ community through the podcast series The Coming Out Pod. Fellow fans of Nicole's work can catch her soon in Los Angeles in a n…

Arjun Subramonian is a Computer Science PhD student at UCLA with Prof. Yizhou Sun and Prof. Kai-Wei Chang. My research focuses on inclusive graph machine learning and natural language processing, including fairness, justice, and ethics. Ready to learn more about them? Check out more links about Arjun's work Twitter: @arjunsubgraph Queer in AI paper…

Welcome to Season Two of the Unhinged Collaboration Podcast, where we dive deep into the intersection of technology, feminism, and meaningful scholarship. In this episode, your co-hosts Tricia and Kathleen sit down with a visionary thinker and trailblazer, Dr. Ketchum, Director of The Just Feminist Tech and Scholarship Lab. In this captivating conv…

We are coming back on September 1st, and our overarching question hopes to explore the role that technology plays in helping us reimagine collaborative processes.Par Unhinged Collaboration

On this final episode of season one we grapple with an AMAZING question from a listener: "How do we lead up?" Resources discussed in the episode: Persuasion: Part 1 an episode of the Hidden Brain Podcast The Art of Gathering by Priya Parker The Wisdom of Your Body Holding Change Join us for a summer of play with Replika, learn more about it here. W…

On this episode of the podcast Deb Mashek, PhD and Kathleen discuss some of this insight inside Dr. Mashek's book: Collabor(h)ate: How to build incredible collaborative relationships at work (even if you’d rather work alone) Also discussed in this episode is the Mashek Matrix which can be found here. To learn more about Dr. Mashek, please check out…

Ready to bring a critical lens to your concept of 'niceness'? "In The Price of Nice, scholars explore Niceness in educational spaces to highlight how this seemingly benign quality reinforces structural inequalities. The chapters show that Niceness functions both as a shield to save educators from having to do the hard work of dismantling inequity a…

On this episode of the podcast we explore the interconnectedness of SEL and DEI with Tamisha Williams. We get a special behind-the-scenes understanding of the work Tamish does, and how her modeling hopes to inspire fellow educators to find sparks of joy throughout their day. Ready to learn more about our special guest? Explore resources from Tamish…

On this episode we learn all about the incredible work The Care We Dream of from Dr. Zena Sharman. Click here to learn more about our guest. We discuss the values and the story of collaboration behind this text as well as ways to nurture our own imagination. Learn more about the reading guide that accompanies The Care We Dream of here. Learn more a…

On this episode Kathleen and Tricia take a question from a listener: If trust is lost in a team, what can be done? Tricia and Kathleen talk about personal experience as well as recent research: How Can It Be Made Right Again? A Review of Trust Repair Research (2022) click here for full article. Also discussed in this episode briefly is the book Big…

Our guest, Dr. Ruth Gotian talks about her research and many experiences working as a mentor with others. We explore what she's come to understand about building teams, finding our passions, and seeing our own value when approaching networking. Learn more about Dr. Gotain by clicking here. Dr. Ruth Gotian is the Chief Learning Officer and Assistant…

On this episode we learn from a panel of students who make up a Social Justice committee. This group share their insight, wisdom, and sound advice on ways to cultivate trust and think about change collectively. Click here to learn about their Black History Month celebrations and plan. Visit their website by clicking here. Explore their Zines here. …

On this episode we sit down and learn from Rebekah Macden as she talks about Maracujá, a character-driven SEL program. Rebekah also talks about the learning she's processed in her new chapter and the role uncertainty has played in finding her footing. This conversation hopes to help you think about the role 'self-knowing' can play in our collaborat…

On this episode Kathleen and Tricia speak with Dr. Thomas Brothers, Professor of Music at Duke University and Author of the book "Help! The Beatles Duke Ellington and the Magic of Collaboration." You can explore that book here. Learn more about Dr. Brothers here. To explore the Unhinged Collaboration Toolkit with Kathleen and Tricia this Spring, si…

When we talk about collaboration with our peers, how is our concept of it steeped in shared stories, experiences, and perspectives? On this episode of the podcast, Kathleen and Tricia explore their ‘Unhinged Quarterly Review’ resource. This resource has been developed for teams to use in order to feed their curiosity about what collaboration is. Re…

On this episode, Kathleen and Tricia sit down to talk power, creativity, and emotional literacy with Joel Jr Llaban, director of DEIJ at International School Services. Read Joel's poem: https://www.tieonline.com/article/3308/we-are-who-we-are-a-radical-dreaming Follow Joel online: https://twitter.com/JoelJrLLABAN For a transcript of this episode: h…

On this episode we talk about the concept of vulnerability as it applies to collaboration. We problematize the way that concept has been presented in learning organizations. Our special guest for this episode is Ryan Persaud. Learn more about the resources mentioned on the episode at UnhingedCollaboration.com Follow Ryan on Social Media: Twitter Li…

On this episode of the podcast, Kathleen and Tricia discuss the intersection of creativity and collaboration. They sit down to learn from Sherri Spelic. Learn more about Sherri's work: https://edifiedlistener.blog/ Follow her newsletter: https://bendingthearc.substack.com/ Order her book: https://shop.tredition.com/booktitle/Care_At_The_Core/W-85_3…

On this episode of the podcast Kathleen and Tricia discuss the role that conflict plays in collaboration as well as how to navigate the emotional labor that underpins conflict. To find the Compassionate Conflict resource as referenced in this episode head to unhingedcollaboration.com Connect with us on Twitter: Kathleen's profile Tricia's profile T…

On their first official episode, Kathleen and Tricia outline the vision for the podcast. They share stories about collaborative experiences and explore resources about what it might mean to 'unhinge' ourselves from outdated collaborative practice. To find the stances resource as referenced on this episode head to unhingedcollaboration.com Connect w…