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Higher Education Episodes

Sept. 17, 2025

182: “Smarter Than the Machines”: Andy Shean on AI Literacy, Human In…

In this episode of EdUp L&D, Holly Owens interviews Andy Shean, the Chief Learning Officer of Penn Foster Group. They discuss the transformative power of technology in education, the need for reimagining traditional educational pathways, and how Penn Foster is making education accessible and career…

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Sept. 15, 2025

181: From Stage to STEM: Dr. Jennifer Berry on Designing Delight, Doi…

In this episode of EdUp L&D, host Holly Owens interviews Dr. Jennifer Berry, CEO of SmartLab, who shares her inspiring journey from professional dance to leading a STEM education organization. Dr. Berry discusses the importance of STEM identity in learners, SmartLab's mission to create engaging lea…

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Sept. 1, 2025

178: Teachers, You Already Have What It Takes: Kim Scott on Navigatin…

In this episode of EdUp L&D, host Holly Owens interviews Kim Scott, a former teacher who transitioned into the Learning and Development (L&D) field. Kim shares her inspiring journey from teaching to entrepreneurship, discussi...

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Aug. 18, 2025

174: Making the Invisible Visible: Nicole L’Etoile on Building Inclus…

In this episode, Holly Owens and Nicole L'Etoile discuss the critical importance of accessibility in education and corporate environments. They explore the need for proactive approaches to accessibility, the challenges faced ...

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Aug. 12, 2025

172: The Future Is Built, Not Found: Dr. Jarrett Carter on Designing …

In this episode of EdUp L&D, Holly Owens welcomes back Dr. Jarrett Carter to discuss his journey since their last conversation, including his experiences with burnout, redefining success, and launching his own business, Colla...

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July 9, 2025

163: Transforming Doubt into Drive: Whitney Kilgore’s Path from Educa…

In this episode, Whitney Kilgore shares her inspiring journey from being a first-grade teacher to co-founding iDesign, a leading organization in instructional design. She discusses the importance of recognizing educators' ski...

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July 7, 2025

162: Action First, Always: Karl Kapp’s Blueprint for Engaged Learning

In this episode of the EdUp Learning and Development podcast, host Holly Owens interviews Dr. Karl Kapp, a prominent figure in the learning space. They discuss Karl's journey from an instructional design intern to a respected...

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June 18, 2025

160: L&D Career Options Beyond Instructional Design

In this session, Holly Owens discusses the transition from teaching to various roles in Learning and Development (L&D). She emphasizes that instructional design is just one of many paths available in L&D, highlighting the gro...

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June 10, 2025

159: Teach, Design, Market: A Journey Fueled by Mentorship

Note: This episode was previously recorded LIVE on Linkedin. In this conversation, Holly Owens shares her extensive journey through education and instructional design, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, self-belief, an...

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April 9, 2025

158: Empowering Yourself: The Importance of Knowing Your Worth

Summary In this episode of EdUp L&D, Holly Owens dives into the critical topic of salary transparency, discussing its importance in the job market and how it affects individuals in learning and development. She shares persona...

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