Hosted by Dominique Johnson-Lindsay, The Active Listener Podcast by Lightspeed amplifies the voices shaping K-12 education.
Each episode features conversations with district leaders, educators or K-12 stakeholders working to improve schools and classrooms alongside evolving technology and teaching methods.
Whether you’re an educator seeking inspiration, an administrator navigating change, or simply passionate about the future of learning, The Active Listener podcast is for you.
Prepared, Not Afraid: A Conversation on School Safety with Pat Hamilton
In this episode of Active Listener, Dominique Johnson-Lindsay sits down with Pat Hamilton, Alliance Director at the I Love U Guys Foundation, to explore what it truly means to create safe school communities. Together, they discuss why effective school safety extends far beyond emergency response, the importance of building a culture of preparedness without creating fear, and how clear communication, collaboration, and practiced protocols help schools respond confidently to everyday challenges and critical incidents alike. Pat also shares how the Foundation's mission to "protect the joy of youth" continues to shape its work, offering practical insights for educators and school leaders committed to creating environments where students can learn, grow, and thrive.
Resources
The I Love U Guys Foundation - Free school safety resources, training materials, and implementation guides for schools and districts.
Standard Response Protocol (SRP) - A common language framework that helps schools respond effectively to a wide range of emergencies through five simple actions: Hold, Secure, Lockdown, Evacuate, and Shelter.
Standard Reunification Method (SRM) - Guidance and tools to help schools safely reunify students with their families following an emergency or unexpected event.
Moose on the Loose (Coming Soon) - An elementary resource from the I Love U Guys Foundation designed to introduce school safety concepts to younger learners in an engaging, age-appropriate way.
6 Jul 2026
Preparing Students for a World We Can't Predict: A Conversation With Dr. Annalies Corbin
What does it mean to prepare students for a world we can't predict? In this episode of Active Listener, Dominique Johnson-Lindsay sits down with Dr. Annalies Corbin, Founder and CEO of the PAST Foundation, to explore why curiosity, confidence, communication, and real-world problem solving matter more than ever. Together, they discuss how educators can create meaningful learning experiences, embrace productive failure, and use technology as a tool, not a replacement for human connection, to help every learner thrive in an ever-changing world.
Resources:
PAST Foundation
Hacking School: Five Strategies to Link Learning to Life by Dr. Annalies Corbin
Learning Unboxed Podcast
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3 Jun 2026
Purposeful Technology In Schools: A Conversation With Jesse Lubinsky
As technology continues to evolve, how can schools ensure innovation serves learning rather than distracting from it? In this episode of Active Listener, Dominique Johnson-Lindsay sits down with Jesse Lubinsky, Principal Education Evangelist at Adobe, former educator, administrator, and author to explore the role of purposeful technology in today's classrooms. Jesse shares practical insights on how educators can embrace emerging tools while keeping students at the center of the learning experience. Together, they discuss the opportunities, challenges, and responsibilities that come with innovation, and why the future of education depends on using technology with intention.Resources:
Jesse Lubinsky's Website
Connect on LinkedIn
Adobe for Education
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