Learning Innovation: The Teaching & Learning Podcast

About Learning Innovation: The Teaching & Learning Podcast

This is Learning Innovation: The Teaching and Learning Podcast—also known as LITL-Pod. In the spirit of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, and Niitsitapi’ksimpstaan (Real Thinking), we play host to a spectrum of guests from the Teaching and Learning community. As we highlight and explore innovation in education, we hope to kindle warm conversations, expand perspectives and foster lasting partnerships today, tomorrow and beyond! The future of learning starts now. You can also find us on YouTube: Learning Innovation: Teaching & Learning Podcast (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCneXMA9PdTj5r0dHETCGIow)

Publisher

learninginnovation

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

4 Dec 2020

Latest episode

8 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

80 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   8 Sept 2026

   E80: Working Together — Indigenous-Led Media Literacy and Misinformation

   What happens when an Indigenous community leads the conversation about misinformation involving Indigenous peoples, culture, and language? In this episode, host Kris Hodgson-Bright (Aapatohsipiksiiniistsi) speaks with Gloria Wells (Akohstikitstaki), Dr. Jami Albright-Tolman (Natosii Apaniimstakyaakii), Dr. Kirsten Fantazir (Anatsi’piiksaakii), Lainie Fuhrmann, and Megan Gros Ventre Boy (Iinakii) about Working Together, an applied research project led by the Ninastako Cultural Centre in partnership with Lethbridge Polytechnic. The project addresses the spread of false and misleading information about Indigenous peoples and explores how media literacy, education, culture, language, and community knowledge can help challenge stereotypes, build resilience, and support reconciliation. The guests discuss why Indigenous-led media literacy research is important, the role of Elders, Knowledge Keepers, artists, language speakers, students, and researchers, and what we can learn from listening to first-hand experiences of misinformation and racism. Most importantly, the conversation asks: How can we work together to recognize misinformation, challenge harmful narratives, and support greater understanding of Indigenous culture and perspectives? Ninastako CITAP Working Together CPSAR Harding, Robert. (2006). Historical representations of aboriginal people in the Canadian news media. Discourse & Society. Calls to Action Two Eyed Seeing OCAP Principles 4 R’s of Research

2. 

   15 Jun 2026

   E79: From Flour to Future: Inside the World of Baking Apprenticeships

   What does it take to become a professional baker? In this episode of Learning Innovation: The Teaching and Learning Podcast, host Kris Hodgson-Bright steps inside the bakeshop at Lethbridge Polytechnic to explore the challenges, creativity, and rewards of learning the baking trade through apprenticeship and work-integrated learning (WIL). Joining the conversation are culinary instructor Amanda Kawchuk, third-level baking apprentice and instructional assistant Karl Atkins, and Level 3 culinary students Rachel Warken, Rowan Desserre, and Kathleen Klink. Together, they share stories from the kitchen, lessons learned through trial and error, and the pride that comes with mastering a craft built on precision, patience, and persistence. The episode explores the realities of culinary education, the value of mentorship, the pathway to Red Seal certification, and opportunities through competitions like Skills Alberta and Skills Canada. The conversation also touches on how artificial intelligence is beginning to shape the culinary world and what it could mean for future chefs and bakers. The Bear TV Show Apprenticeship AB Skills Alberta Skills Canada Provincial Skills Competition National Skills Competition Local Producers Gala Bootsma Bakery Alan Dumonceaux at NAIT

3. 

   21 May 2026

   E78: Community in Motion: Running, Learning, and Personal Growth

   In this episode of Learning Innovation, host Kris Hodgson-Bright chats with Shawn Pinder and Brandon Regier of Runner's Soul about how running connects to education, personal growth, and community. They share stories from triathlons, Ironman races, ultras, and local events while exploring goal-setting, discipline, mental toughness, and the value of celebrating small wins. Lethbridge Polytechnic has strong connections to the community and this episode explores the connection to an integral part of the local running community. The guests highlight Runner's Soul's impact on Lethbridge's running scene, their support for Lethbridge Polytechnic's Kodiaks athletics, and practical advice for new runners: start where you are, get out the door, and let routine and community guide your progress. During the show, guests and Kris (host) mention: Runner's Soul Prairie Runners Race Association Coulee Cactus Crawl Ladiesfest Little Souls Kids Marathon Lost Souls Ultra Moonlight Run Kodiak Athletics Bertil Johansson Simon Schaerz Iron Man Canadian Death Race Sinister Seven Bachelor of Ecosystems Management Diploma of Renewable Resource Management

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