Welcome to Radical Cooperation, the podcast in which higher education leaders explore collaboration as the key to lasting change. Host Dr. Michael Horowitz, together with presidents, chancellors, and trailblazing experts, dives into thought-provoking conversations about solutions to some of the most pressing issues in higher education. From fostering partnerships across institutions to leveraging innovation over tradition, each episode unpacks how cooperation, not competition, drives success. If you're ready to embrace bold, forward-thinking ideas that unite and inspire, you’re in the right place.
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Welcome to Radical Cooperation, the podcast in which higher education leaders explore collaboration as the key to lasting change. Host Dr. Michael Horowitz, together with presidents, chancellors, and trailblazing experts, dives into thought-provoking conversations about solutions to some of the most pressing issues in higher education. From fostering partnerships across institutions to leveraging innovation over tradition, each episode unpacks how cooperation, not competition, drives success. If you're ready to embrace bold, forward-thinking ideas that unite and inspire, you’re in the right place.
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June 10, 2026
How Four Catholic Universities Built a New Kind of Alliance
Higher education is often framed as a competition for students, rankings, and resources. But as financial pressures grow and the challenges facing colleges become more complex, some institutions are exploring a different path — one built on partnership rather than isolation.<br /><br />In this episode of Radical Cooperation, Dr. Michael Horowitz speaks with Dr. Thomas Evans, President of the University of the Incarnate Word, about the creation of CHARISM, a new alliance of four Catholic universities across San Antonio, New York, Chicago, and San Juan. Together, they discuss how mission-driven institutions can collaborate to expand opportunity, strengthen sustainability, and preserve institutional identity while building something larger together.<br /><br />Grounded in the principles of The Community Solution, the conversation explores the practical realities of building trust across institutions, launching shared initiatives, and creating partnerships rooted in shared values rather than competition.<br /><br />In this episode:<br /><ul><li>How CHARISM came together and what it means for its founding institutions</li><li>Why long-term leadership matters in building successful partnerships</li><li>The growing importance of bilingual and bicultural education</li><li>What other colleges can learn from CHARISM’s collaborative model</li><li>Advice for presidents and trustees considering institutional partnerships</li></ul>
May 27, 2026
What Real Industry-Integrated Education Looks Like
The disconnect between higher education and the workforce is widely acknowledged but rarely addressed at the institutional level. Most universities respond by adding internships, expanding career services, or launching new programs. Few are built on the premise that half of what students need to learn cannot be taught in a classroom.<br /><br />In this episode of Radical Cooperation, Dr. Michael Horowitz speaks with Dr. Robert K. McMahan, President of Kettering University, about what it looks like when a university makes industry integration central to its identity. Drawing on Dr. McMahan's 15 years leading Kettering and the institution's century-long cooperative education model, the conversation explores how universities can build real professional experience into every student's path, why long-tenured presidencies make structural change possible, and what colleges owe the communities they sit in.<br /><br />Rather than defending the traditional academic model, this episode focuses on what becomes possible when universities are willing to reinvent themselves. The conversation also looks at higher education's resistance to change, the rapid disappearance of entry-level roles in an AI-driven economy, and what genuine collaboration between universities, industry, and community looks like in practice.<br /><br />In this episode:<br /><ul><li>Why long-term presidencies make meaningful institutional change possible</li><li>How Kettering's cooperative education model integrates classroom learning with professional experience</li><li>What universities can do to support the cities and communities around them</li><li>Why higher education often treats change as a threat rather than a need</li><li>How AI is reshaping entry-level roles and what it means for higher ed</li></ul>
May 13, 2026
The Real Formula for Collaboration That Works
Radical cooperation is the key to building stronger, more resilient institutions—and in this episode, you’ll learn exactly how it works. Radical cooperation isn’t just a concept; it’s a practical framework made up of seven elements that can transform how teams collaborate and succeed. If you’ve ever wondered why some organizations thrive together while others struggle, this conversation reveals the structure behind real collaboration.<br /><br />Hosted by Dr. Horowitz and Associate Director of Communications for The Community Solution Education System, Stephanie Bihr, this episode explores the 7 elements of radical cooperation from Dr. Horowitz’s book, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Community-Solution-Radical-Cooperation-Education/dp/B0FP149X2C" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Community Solution: The Power of Radical Cooperation in Higher Education</a>, and how they apply. From niche superpowers and two-way learning to productive humility and continuous urgency, you’ll hear how these principles help institutions navigate uncertainty, strengthen partnerships, and drive meaningful outcomes. Whether you're leading a team, managing change, or building community, this episode offers a clear framework for working better together.<br /><br />In this episode, you’ll learn:<br /><ul><li>The 7 elements that make radical cooperation actually work</li><li>How to identify and leverage your organization’s niche superpower</li><li>Why two-way learning strengthens teams and communities</li><li>The role of humility and risk-taking in effective collaboration</li><li>How continuous urgency drives real impact and momentum</li></ul>Don’t risk operating in silos while others build stronger, more adaptive partnerships. Learn how to apply radical cooperation to create lasting impact.<br />
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