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What I Learned Publishing My First Book, and Why You Should, Too (S7 E6)
Let’s face it, the ROI on publishing a book is ridiculous. But there are many reasons why you should–or at least tackle a project of this scope.
In this episode, author and award-winning educator Michael Hernandez talks about his hate/love relationship with reading and writing, and explains why his first book almost didn’t happen. In this episode:
A list of reasons why you should write your own book
Ironically, the argument against text-based assessment in schools
The art of writing a paper book about digital storytelling.
Learn the vocab word of the week: subvocalization
Educators who need the playbook and guide Michael mentioned in this episode can find it in his best-selling book, Storytelling With Purpose: Digital Projects to Ignite Student Curiosity (https://www.amazon.com/Storytelling-Purpose-Digital-Projects-Curiosity/dp/1564849961/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1HEN5G5X5OWHC&keywords=storytelling+with+purpose&qid=1681303571&sprefix=storytelling+with+purpose,aps,137&sr=8-1).
Also, learn how to design Uncheatable Assessments in this course for educators (https://storytelling-with-purpose-learning.thinkific.com/collections/courses-for-educators).
Find out more about Michael's workshops, keynotes, and professional learning services (https://www.michael-hernandez.net/learning.html).
Subscribe to his free newsletter (https://subscribepage.io/eAXCtV) that inspired this podc
17 Feb 2026
Authenticity in the Age of AI: How to bring humanity back to assessment in schools (S7 E5)
Educators, parents, and schools everywhere are worried about cheating with AI. But it turns out that it isn’t artificial intelligence that’s the problem–its artificial assessment.
In this episode, author and award-winning educator Michael Hernandez argues that the ways we try to measure students–and even create entire school systems and calendars around testing– has drained the love of learning from everyone, and left us unable or willing to find learning interesting, rewarding, or meaningful once we leave school. The implications go far beyond career readiness–the result is a society who devalues expertise, and is unable to navigate change.
Educators who need the playbook and guide Michael mentioned in this episode can find it in his best-selling book, Storytelling With Purpose: Digital Projects to Ignite Student Curiosity (https://www.amazon.com/Storytelling-Purpose-Digital-Projects-Curiosity/dp/1564849961/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1HEN5G5X5OWHC&keywords=storytelling+with+purpose&qid=1681303571&sprefix=storytelling+with+purpose,aps,137&sr=8-1).
Also, learn how to design Uncheatable Assessments in this course for educators (https://storytelling-with-purpose-learning.thinkific.com/collections/courses-for-educators).
Find out more about Michael's workshops, keynotes, and professional learning services (https://www.michael-hernandez.net/learning.html).
Subscribe to his free newsletter (https://subscribepage.io/eAXCtV) that inspired this podcast.
10 Feb 2026
The AI Survival Guide: Why AI disruption to entry level jobs is making schools rethink what they teach
AI is disrupting entry level jobs, causing schools to rethink what they teach. If you’re a parent, student, or teacher worried about artificial intelligence and the future of college and work, this episode is for you.
In this episode, host Michael Hernandez helps us reframe these challenges as an over reliance on technique and mechanics, and offers three driving questions to help everyone determine their next steps.
Get a copy of the AI survival guide Michael mentioned in this episode, Storytelling With Purpose: Digital Projects to Ignite Student Curiosity (https://www.amazon.com/Storytelling-Purpose-Digital-Projects-Curiosity/dp/1564849961/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1HEN5G5X5OWHC&keywords=storytelling+with+purpose&qid=1681303571&sprefix=storytelling+with+purpose,aps,137&sr=8-1), wherever you buy books.
Also, learn how to design Uncheatable Assessments in this course for educators (https://storytelling-with-purpose-learning.thinkific.com/collections/courses-for-educators).
Find out more about Michael's workshops, keynotes, and professional learning services (https://www.michael-hernandez.net/learning.html).
Subscribe to his free newsletter (https://subscribepage.io/eAXCtV) that inspired this podcast.
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