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PODCASTS

Tuesday, 12 May 2026
Lead Her Higher With Bambi Betts


Lead Her Higher With Bambi Betts
By Emily MacLean
May 2026
In this episode of Lead Her Higher, education leader Bambi Betts explores what it truly means to lead for learning in complex global school systems...


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By Stacy Stephens
25-Feb-26
Join us for a conversation with Lianne Dominguez where she discusses human-centered leadership, professional standards, and putting students at the heart of international schools... ..more
By Kim Cofino
28-Jan-26
Coaching has evolved from isolated roles to a shared movement, reshaping leadership, culture, and sustainability in international schools... ..more
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By Emily MacLean
19-Nov-25
Leadership, at its best, isn’t a solo climb; it’s a collective elevation. Along the way, there are women who lift us up, open doors, and help us find our voice… ..more
By Aldaine Wynter and Lisa McNeill
12-Mar-25
Reflecting on Black History Month with powerful insights on diversity, inclusion, and fostering understanding in education... ..more
By Jeff Utecht and Brent Warner
15-Jan-25
This conversation explores the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and education, particularly focusing on multilingual learners... ..more
By Scott Jamieson
10-Dec-25
How might we empower students to take the lead on sustainability initiatives within our school community... ..more
By Scott Jamieson
10-Sep-25
Meet Maria Bella, a student turned author using her voice to fight child trafficking and inspire greater student agency in learning... ..more
By John Papadakis and ACS Athens students
29-Jan-25
The inspiring journey of the Intersection Club whose innovative project captivated educators at the IB Global Conference… ..more
By Justin Hardman
05-Nov-25
Discover how international school recruitment is shifting, from job fairs to evidence-based portfolios, in this insightful conversation with TIE Director Stacy Stephens... ..more
This episode offers a rich, behind-the-scenes look at how transformative learning environments are created, and why they matter now more than ever... ..more
By Daniel Mendes and Dan Kerr
09-Apr-25
In this episode, Bambi Betts discusses the current state of international schools, the vision for their future, and the challenges educational leaders face... ..more
By Greg Lemoine, Jacqueline Mallais, Kent Arimura
26-Feb-25
This episode focuses on the unique challenges and opportunities for teachers over 50 seeking international teaching positions... ..more
By Adam Grant
13-Aug-25
In this episode, Adam and Daniel dive into evidence that what’s changing is not our attention spans, but the objects of our focus... ..more
By Richard Henry, James Dalziel, and James MacDonald
26-Mar-25
In this episode, Deidre Fischer discusses her critical challenges and opportunities in modern education... ..more
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By Steve Barkley
11-Sep-24
In this episode, Tammy Joochinke shares a process for teachers to design professional growth plans based on a hypothesis from asking a question… ..more
By Lori Boll
17-Jul-24
In this episode, Dr. Loui Lord Nelson explores the core principals of Universal Design for Learning and offers advice for schools beginning their UDL journey… ..more
By Steve Barkley
22-May-24
In this episode, Kyle Coppes, an international school secondary Principal, shares the thinking behind his article, Student Laziness Is a Myth. Here’s Why… ..more
By Chanel Worsteling
17-Jan-24
In this episode, Chanel Worsteling interviews Mary Powell, a contributing author to AISA’s DEIJ Guide, Pathways to Transformation… ..more
By Duncan Crawford
24-Apr-24
Exploring the implications that thinking and learning machines pose for students, teachers, and society as a whole with Khan Academy founder, Sal Khan… ..more
By Chloe, Grade 11 student, Luca, Grade 8 student, and Rachel George
11-Dec-24
SEL is integral to a holistic educational approach, fostering personal growth and active student participation... ..more
By Karina, Grade 7 student, Sam, Grade 8 student, Kamil Rudolf, and Greg Brown
06-Nov-24
Students and teachers share the exploratory and personalized approach to science learning at Western Academy of Beijing… ..more
By Scott Jamieson
25-Sep-24
Grade 3 students talk about integrating SDG 3 into their class, running workshops, and creating wellbeing practices for their community… ..more
By Josh Reppun
08-May-24
This episode dives into the PTC’s commitment to excellence and innovation and the Nueva school, a community dedicated to learning by doing and caring… ..more
By Barry Cooper and Anna Peak
20-Nov-24
In this episode, Anna highlights the challenges and rewards of working with diverse cultures and the importance of adaptability and resilience in teaching… ..more
By Dan Kerr and Daniel Mendes
23-Oct-24
This inaugural episode discusses the importance of connectedness, the integration of AI in schools, and the critical need for equity and inclusion… ..more
By Gavin Kinch
14-Aug-24
In this episode, Estelle Baroung Hughes shares her story and tackles the question, “What would you do if you wanted the children of Africa to change the world?”… ..more
By John Mikton and Dan Taylor
09-Oct-24
Exploring TIE's rich history, its mission, and how it connects to international schools and educators... ..more
By Jeff Utecht and Tricia Friedman
19-Jun-24
This episode discusses the upcoming “Power of Play” summer podcast series, the importance of play, and introduces and shares a free resource… ..more
By Dr. Matt Glanville and Yoon Byun
05-Jun-24
A conversation on the future of digitization in the classroom including benefits, limitations, and challenges… ..more
By Matthew Judd, Kent Arimura, Jacqueline P. Mallais, and Greg Lemoine
24-Apr-24
In this episode, Stacy Stephens talks about her work with TIE… ..more
By Gavin Kinch
10-Apr-24
“What would you do if you were Principal of a school in Kyiv when Russia invaded?” Gavin talks with the former Director of Pechersk School International… ..more
By Rachel Hovington
27-Mar-24
In this episode, Tim Kelley, International School of Stuttgart, discusses international school leadership and building schools for the future… ..more
By Tim Logan
13-Mar-24
In this episode, Matthew Savage, former Principal of an award-winning international school, discusses helping schools use data wisely and well… ..more
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By Tim Logan
22-Nov-23
A conversation with Brad Kershner, Head of School at Kimberton Waldorf School… ..more
By Dan Worth
27-Sep-23
In this episode, Daniel Jones discusses how Globeducate is managing the rapid rise of generative artificial intelligence… ..more
By Chris Koelma
10-May-23
A music teacher shares her experiences engaging students in exciting music-making activities and encouraging a playful spirit in all people… ..more
By ASD Communications
29-Mar-23
Food is one of the most important sustainability issues of our time. Watch and learn about an educational program focused on global food issues… ..more
By Tricia Friedman and Kathleen Naglee
01-Mar-23
Explore the “Unhinged Quarterly Review” resource, developed for teams to use in order to feed their curiosity about what collaboration is…. ..more
By Ian Paynton
19-Jul-23
In this episode, Kenny Peavy discusses his mission to help young people and educators discover a love for the beauty and mystery of the natural world… ..more
By James Dalziel, Richard Henry, James McDonald
24-May-23
In this episode, Kam Chohan talks with the hosts about the importance of her work in DEIJ and child protection and her commitment to social justice… ..more
By Chris, Grade 9 student, and Jeremy, Grade 10 student
07-Jun-23
Students at Western Academy of Beijing are driving efforts to make the school and surrounding community more sustainable… ..more
By John Mikton and Dan Taylor
18-Jan-23
In this episode, explore Doline’s facilitation of DEIJ awareness, and the different strategies schools and school leaders can engage with… ..more
By Scott Jamieson and Sophia, Grade 10
15-Mar-23
A student shares how she has an impact on her community through a personal project teaching wellness to underprivileged children in her area… ..more
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By Nanjing International School
07-Dec-22
A student delivers an inspirational speech about life with cerebral palsy… ..more
By Dominique Dalais
12-Oct-22
Educators in international schools share their stories of discrimination and racism during their journeys… ..more
By Nanjing International School
26-Oct-22
Join students, Kirsten and Kalei, as they discuss their Non-Straight/Straight Alliance project… ..more
By Scott Jamieson and Nantume
28-Sep-22
A student’s perspective on issues and actions related to the wellbeing of girls… ..more
By Carl Hooker and Fanny Passeport
14-Sep-22
The need to change how we do grading… ..more
By John Mikton
17-Aug-22
Dr. Helen Kelly shares learnings from her research, work, and workshops on wellbeing... ..more
By Timothy Thomas
13-Jul-22
At Munich International School (MIS), we created a media studio to enable students to create podcasts, video presentations, and other forms of audio and video media communication... ..more
By Julie Stern and Mihai Catrinar
08-Jun-22
In this episode, Cheryl-Ann Weekes talks mental health, resilience, and self-compassion... ..more
By Fandy Diney and Daniel Wickner
25-May-22
Fandy and Daniel discuss the alignment between identity centered learning and a holistic approach to international education... ..more
By Nanjing International School
11-May-22
Join this podcast with NIS Head of Admissions, as we discuss our school's approach to admissions and how it is a key part of developing our inclusive learning community... ..more
By Jeff Utecht
27-Apr-22
In this episode, Jeff interviews Kristina Pennell-Götze about supporting each other, as well as our students, through the lens of equity and inclusion. ..more
By Malcolm Nicolson
13-Apr-22
Students at the Sreenidhi International School in India respond to questions about their experiences and the future potential of online learning. ..more
By Kyle Wagner
16-Mar-22
I truly believe as cultivators of our world’s future decision and policy makers, that the best starting point is to talk about what is happening, and help students understand what is at stake. ..more
By Dominique Dalais
30-Mar-22
This series of podcasts will focus on international teachers of color from around the world who share their stories of how they have been discriminated against in their schools across the world. ..more
By Conrad Hughes
02-Mar-22
Conrad outlines some of the issues facing students at the end of high school. Join a discussion with 17-year-old students Meghana and Laeticia. ..more
Interview by Silvia Tolisano, AMISA radio
16-Feb-22
This episode is dedicated to the late Silvia Tolisano. She was an author, an educational consultant, and international educator. This interview explores shifting the culture of education. ..more
By The International Schools Podcast
02-Feb-22
In this episode, Liz Free and Viki Stiebert share their journey as international school educators and school directors ..more
By Jeff Utecht
19-Jan-22
This week’s podcast episode aspires to set you up to take another step forward on your personal learning journey. ..more
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By Kyra Kellawan, The PilotEd Podcast
08-Dec-21
Hannah Wilson is an independent consultant and facilitator who specializes in leadership development and training. Hannah was one of the founding members of the Women in Education Leadership movement WomenEd in the UK. ..more
By Dominique Dalais
27-Oct-21
This second series explores how international schools, international organizations, and international recruitment agencies are making systemic changes with regards to racial equity. ..more
By Talon Podcasts
10-Nov-21
In this episode, fifth grade students talk about the need to rename Columbus Day in the Americas and propose three ideas for change. ..more
By John Mikton and Dan Taylor
15-Sep-21
Kristen shares her experience pivoting the TTC courses to an online format. The learnings, opportunities, and pinch points of moving hundreds of educators to this new venue and approach. ..more
ISC Research
01-Sep-21
The new Heads Up series hosted by ISC Research kicks off with an insightful discussion about shifts in teaching and learning practices at international schools. ..more
By Edutec Alliance with Arnie Bieber
04-Aug-21
Arnie Bieber, Director of the International School of Prague, shares his ideas and experiences in embedding a strong mission and a solid strategy in schools, leading innovation, and learning for the 21st century. Inspire, engage, empower. ..more
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By Brandon Fisher
23-May-18
In the episode of Concordia International School Shanghai’s EdTech podcast, “Are You Ready to Be Amazed?” the EdTech team shares tips and resources teachers can use to help their students evaluate and interpret online news in order to best determine what information to trust. ..more






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