
Learning Innovation: The Teaching & Learning Podcast
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<p>This is Learning Innovation: The Teaching and Learning Podcast—also known as LITL-Pod.</p> <p>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!</p> <p>The future of learning starts now.</p>
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June 15, 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

May 21, 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

March 17, 2026
E77: Building Empathy and Confidence in the Classroom through Virtual Reality
Jill Burrows (psychology professor), Dean Kolebaba (instructor and Program Chair for the School of Justice Studies), and Lyle Ruggles (e-learning specialist) chat about the innovative teaching and learning pathways virtual reality (VR) is creating at Lethbridge Polytechnic. This trio discuss how they have integrated narrative-driven VR into their classrooms, including what's worked, what hasn't, and what new developments they'll continue to adopt in the future. Jill, Dean, and Lyle share how VR technology is helping students practice public speaking and interpersonal communication skills in a safe environment, and how it’s helping to nurture greater empathy, compassion, and understanding for individuals struggling with mental health challenges (like autism and schizophrenia). During the show, guests and Donna (host) mention: General Arts and Science - Psychology and Sociology Diploma Therapeutic Recreation - Gerontology Criminal Justice Studies Justice Studies Justice and Human Services Programs Wind Turbine Technician Massage Therapy program Ovation VR Chris Milk TED Talk: How virtual reality can create the ultimate empathy machine Sharecare MetaQuest
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- What is Learning Innovation: The Teaching & Learning Podcast?
<p>This is Learning Innovation: The Teaching and Learning Podcast—also known as LITL-Pod.</p> <p>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!</p> <p>The future of learning starts now.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates weekly.
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No, this podcast does not typically feature guests.
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