AmpED to 11
AmpED to 11
Podcast Description
Elevating AI in Education
Welcome to AmpED to 11, the podcast where AI, education, and technology collide to reshape the future of learning. Hosted by EdTech experts Brett Roer and Rebecca Bultsma, AmpED to 11 brings you the latest insights, trends, and strategies in AI-powered education.
We believe that education should never settle for "good enough." Each episode is packed with cutting-edge news, expert interviews, and actionable insights that will keep you ahead of the curve in the rapidly evolving world of EdTech. Whether you're an educator, administrator, or EdTech professional, AmpED to 11 equips you with the tools to integrate AI into education and drive innovation.
What You Can Expect:
AI in Education: Stay up-to-date with the latest AI tools and trends that are transforming classrooms and educational technology.Expert Interviews: Brett leads in-depth conversations with top educators, innovators, and policymakers to explore how AI is shaping the future of learning.Tech Updates: Rebecca delivers the latest news and updates in AI and education, providing insights into new developments and practical applications for educators.Actionable Tips: Get real-world strategies and tools that you can immediately apply in your classroom or EdTech business to enhance learning outcomes.
Why Listen? In each episode of AmpED to 11, you’ll:
Learn how AI is revolutionizing education and how you can stay ahead.Gain practical insights from leaders in education and technology.Discover AI-powered tools and strategies to implement in your classroom or EdTech business.
Meet the Hosts: Brett Roer is an EdTech visionary who excels at uncovering powerful stories in education and building connections with innovators. He’s committed to bridging the gap between technology and educators to enhance learning.
Rebecca Bultsma is an educator and tech strategist with a talent for breaking down complex ideas into actionable insights. She helps educators integrate the latest technology and AI into their teaching, improving engagement and outcomes.
Who Should Listen? AmpED to 11 is perfect for:
Educators and administrators looking to integrate AI into their teaching.EdTech professionals seeking the latest industry trends and tools.Tech enthusiasts interested in the role of AI in the future of education.
Join Brett and Rebecca as they turn the dial on education and AI, bringing you inspiring conversations and actionable advice to drive innovation in the classroom. Stay informed, stay inspired, and stay ahead of the curve with AmpED to 11.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast covers a wide range of topics centered around AI in education, technology trends, and innovative teaching strategies. Episodes include discussions on tools like ChatGPT, interviews with educators like Dan Fitzpatrick, who discusses his book on AI strategies, and insights on market-defining developments such as DeepSeek’s impact on AI costs and accessibility.
Elevating AI in Education
Welcome to AmpED to 11, the podcast where AI, education, and technology collide to reshape the future of learning. Hosted by EdTech experts Brett Roer and Rebecca Bultsma, AmpED to 11 brings you the latest insights, trends, and strategies in AI-powered education.
We believe that education should never settle for “good enough.” Each episode is packed with cutting-edge news, expert interviews, and actionable insights that will keep you ahead of the curve in the rapidly evolving world of EdTech. Whether you’re an educator, administrator, or EdTech professional, AmpED to 11 equips you with the tools to integrate AI into education and drive innovation.
What You Can Expect:
AI in Education: Stay up-to-date with the latest AI tools and trends that are transforming classrooms and educational technology.
Expert Interviews: Brett leads in-depth conversations with top educators, innovators, and policymakers to explore how AI is shaping the future of learning.
Tech Updates: Rebecca delivers the latest news and updates in AI and education, providing insights into new developments and practical applications for educators.
Actionable Tips: Get real-world strategies and tools that you can immediately apply in your classroom or EdTech business to enhance learning outcomes.
Why Listen? In each episode of AmpED to 11, you’ll:
Learn how AI is revolutionizing education and how you can stay ahead.
Gain practical insights from leaders in education and technology.
Discover AI-powered tools and strategies to implement in your classroom or EdTech business.
Meet the Hosts: Brett Roer is an EdTech visionary who excels at uncovering powerful stories in education and building connections with innovators. He’s committed to bridging the gap between technology and educators to enhance learning.
Rebecca Bultsma is an educator and tech strategist with a talent for breaking down complex ideas into actionable insights. She helps educators integrate the latest technology and AI into their teaching, improving engagement and outcomes.
Who Should Listen? AmpED to 11 is perfect for:
Educators and administrators looking to integrate AI into their teaching.
EdTech professionals seeking the latest industry trends and tools.
Tech enthusiasts interested in the role of AI in the future of education.
Join Brett and Rebecca as they turn the dial on education and AI, bringing you inspiring conversations and actionable advice to drive innovation in the classroom. Stay informed, stay inspired, and stay ahead of the curve with AmpED to 11.
Is AI making education more equitable—or more dangerous?
In this episode of AmpED to 11, we don’t just flirt with that question—we blast it wide open with Pat Yongpradit, Chief Academic Officer at Code.org and a driving force behind TeachAI, a global initiative that’s redefining how policymakers, educators, and students alike engage with artificial intelligence. From the global stage in Paris to your classroom down the hall, Pat is reshaping what it means to be literate—and ethical—in the age of AI.
This isn’t just another “AI in schools” convo. Pat takes us on a bold, deeply personal journey—from learning to code on an Apple IIe to building a snowboarding club for high schoolers, and eventually becoming a national leader in computer science education. We unpack the powerful coalition-building happening across 44 U.S. states and 30 countries, get real about what’s missing from federal and provincial guidance, and dive into the sticky ethics of AI companions and manipulation in the classroom. And yes, we unpack why your AI-powered lesson plan might just need a reality check.
We also give some serious behind-the-back kudos to unexpected heroes—from AP Physics teachers named Rick, to bold thought leaders like Dr. Philippa Hardman and Stephane Bouchard.
What you’ll learn:
- Bold rethinking of AI literacy—from ethics to explainability to student agency
- The real story behind U.S. federal initiatives (spoiler: it’s not all doom)
- How TeachAI is rallying global education systems to get serious about AI
- Why developers—not just educators—must be held accountable for ethical design
- Concrete, no-BS advice for teachers, teacher prep programs, and 11-year-olds alike
- How a white suit and a walk-up in a high school hallway shaped Pat’s leadership story
This episode is a masterclass in nuance, calling on all of us—teachers, policymakers, developers, and students—to step up and co-create an AI-powered future that’s deeply human, radically inclusive, and unapologetically smart.
Tune in, subscribe, and share if you’re ready to turn up the volume on what’s possible in education.
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