Fresh Perspectives

July 7, 2026

S7: E1 Where Soccer and Science Meet with Zeeyana Jivraj

May 22, 2026

Have We Been Teaching Math All Wrong? | Ted Dintersmith on AI, Testing, and Creativity

<p>In this special episode, Nick and Calvin sit down with Ted Dintersmith, venture capitalist, filmmaker, and author of Aftermath: The Life-Changing Math That Schools Won’t Teach You, to discuss the future of math education in the age of AI.</p><p><br></p><p>From standardized testing to the heavy emphasis placed on calculus, Ted challenges the way math is traditionally taught and asks an important question: are we preparing students for real life or just for tests?</p><p><br></p><p>The conversation explores the lasting impact math education can have on student confidence, how AI is reshaping the skills students need, and the role nonprofits, foundations, and educational institutions can play in building a more relevant and engaging learning experience.</p><p><br></p><p>“In this world, if machines do all those things, we need to be curious, audacious, and creative.”</p><p><br></p><p>For anyone who’s ever wondered, “When am I actually going to use this?”, this episode is for you.</p>

February 19, 2026

S6: E6 Creativity, Advocacy, and Lessons from Public Schools with Monica Rowley

<p>In the season finale of our podcast, hosts Nick Monzi and Calvin Sibert are joined by Monica Rowley, an award-winning educator, poet, and lifelong learner whose journey offers an inspiring lens on the evolving purpose of education. From teaching neurodiverse students in Hawaii to leading classrooms in New York City and now Philadelphia, Monica shares what it means to truly meet children where they are and build communities with curiosity and care. She opens up about her life as a writer and how it has served as a powerful tool for reflection and advocacy. The conversation dives deep into the ever-changing learning landscape, discusses how we can reimagine academic spaces to adapt to these changes, and talks about the future. </p>