They Are Waiting for Us
by Lisa Andrew
Equity, AI, and Creative Learning with Sofía De Jesús (Part Two)
About this podcast
Education is more than just learning facts and skills. It’s a powerful force that can unlock the potential of every child and create a more just and affluent society. But how can we ensure that every child has access to a top-notch education that prepares them for the 21st century? In this podcast, Dr. Lisa Andrew, the President and CEO of the Silicon Valley Education Foundation, explores the importance of STEM education, economic mobility, and policy reform. She speaks with inspiring guests who are making a difference in education, from parents and advocates to teachers and leaders. You’ll also learn how to be a courageous leader for change and how to take action and create systems that ensure access and opportunity for an economically mobile future. Whether you want to learn more about STEM education, close the achievement gap, or create innovative learning environments, this podcast will inspire you and give you the tools you need to make a positive impact. They Are Waiting for Us with Dr. Lisa Andrew is a production of Forbes Books.
Episodes
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- Equity, AI, and Creative Learning with Sofía De Jesús (Part Two) · 27 minIn Part 2, Lisa continues her conversation with educator and author Sofía De Jesús. They dive deeper into the importance of equity and accessibility in computer science…
- Equity, AI, and Creative Learning with Sofía De Jesús (Part One) · 24 minIn this episode of They Are Waiting For Us, Lisa welcomes Sofía De Jesús, author of Applied Computational Thinking with Python and a seasoned educator with over 24 years of…
- Exploring the Impact of AI in Education with Code.org’s Micah Kennedy (Part Two) · 16 minIn the second part of this insightful conversation, Lisa continues her discussion with Micah Kennedy, a professional learning manager at Code.org, exploring the evolving role of…
- Exploring the Impact of AI in Education with Code.org’s Micah Kennedy (Part One) · 18 minLisa sits down with Micah Kennedy, a professional learning manager at Code.org, to discuss the rising influence of artificial intelligence (AI) in the education landscape. Micah…
- Championing Student Success: Insights from a University President with Dr. Cynthia Teniente-Matson (Part Two) · 22 minIn the second part, Lisa explores San José State University's role in shaping the Silicon Valley workforce with Dr. Cynthia Teniente-Matson. Given the university's proximity to…
- Championing Student Success: Insights from a University President with Dr. Cynthia Teniente-Matson (Part One) · 27 minIn the latest episode of the inspiring podcast "They Are Waiting For Us," Lisa welcomes Dr. Cynthia Teniente-Matson, the 31st President of San José State University and a…
- The Gamechanging Power of DEI with the NBA's Lesley Slaton Brown (Part Two) · 21 minIn the second half of the episode, Lesley Slaton Brown dives deeper into her pioneering work in the diversity, equity, and inclusion space. She talks about the first steps to…
- The Gamechanging Power of DEI with the NBA's Lesley Slaton Brown (Part One) · 24 minThis week, Lisa is joined by Lesley Slaton Brown, the Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer at the National Basketball Association. Lesley is a true trailblazer in the…
- From the Classroom to the Capitol: Senator John Laird's Education Roots (Part Two) · 27 minIn the second half of her discussion with California State Senator John Laird, Lisa dives deeper into critical issues facing the state's education system. The conversation turns…
- From the Classroom to the Capitol: Senator John Laird's Education Roots (Part One) · 24 minThis week on They Are Waiting For Us, Lisa Andrew welcomes California State Senator John Laird to the show. Senator Laird has spent over two decades dedicated to public service…
- Inside California's Education System: A Conversation with Dr. Michael Kirst (Part Two) · 21 minIn the episode's second part, Dr. Kirst talks about the lack of innovation in education and provides his expert perspective on why education has been so slow to embrace new ideas…
- Inside California's Education System: A Conversation with Dr. Michael Kirst (Part One) · 24 minMichael Kirst joins Lisa on this week's episode of "They Are Waiting for Us." Dr. Kirst brings over six decades of invaluable expertise and insight, having served as the…
- Empowering Communities with Chandra Alexandre (Part Two) · 24 minIn part two of their conversation, Chandra discusses what she hopes to achieve in her important work empowering communities. She shares her vision for the legacy she wants to…
- Empowering Communities with Chandra Alexandre (Part One) · 20 minThis week, Lisa welcomes Chandra Alexandre to They Are Waiting For Us. Chandra is a true champion and visionary for social justice. As the CEO of Community Action Marin since…
- From Tech Sales Pro to STEM Advocate: A Wide-Ranging Discussion with Brandon Middleton (Part Two) · 23 minIn the second part of their conversation, Brandon explores some of the exciting potential applications of AI in education with Lisa. He shares insights on how AI can enhance and…
- From Tech Sales Pro to STEM Advocate: A Wide-Ranging Discussion with Brandon Middleton (Part One) · 31 minLisa welcomes accomplished technology sales leader Brandon Middleton to the show this week. With over 17 years of driving growth for emerging tech companies, Brandon shares his…
- The Game-Changer: How Taylor Shead is Making Learning as Fun as Playing Video Games (Part Two) · 20 minHow did Taylor Shead come up with the idea of creating a 3D immersive game-based learning platform? What inspired her to focus on this part of the education eco-sphere? In this…
- The Game-Changer: How Taylor Shead is Making Learning as Fun as Playing Video Games (Part One) · 24 minImagine a world where learning is as fun and exciting as playing a video game. That’s the world that Taylor Shead, the CEO and Founder of Stemuli, is creating with her innovative…
- Rising Together: UC Merced Chancellor Juan Sánchez Muñoz on Lifting Through Education (Part Two) · 16 minIn the second part of Lisa's discussion with Juan Sánchez Muñoz, the Chancellor explains what makes UC Merced a compelling choice for students seeking advanced education. From…
- Rising Together: UC Merced Chancellor Juan Sánchez Muñoz on Lifting Through Education (Part One) · 27 minTrailblazers inspire us to reach for our dreams. UC Merced Chancellor Juan Sánchez Muñoz embodies the resilient spirit of immigrants who shaped the abundance of America's Central…







