Rod's Pulse Podcast

Click the Title to Play or Download. Interview with David King, CTO of Flywire, a company that provides software solutions for student financial services. The interview discusses the company’s history, evolution, and its current focus on addressing challenges faced by universities, such as the need to automate processes, improve student recruitment and retention, and streamline the student financial experience. David also highlights Flywire's commitment to technological innovation, particularly in the realm of mobile-first design and AI integration. He emphasizes the company's mission to simplify the financial journey for students and parents, from enrollment to endowment, including the digitization of 529 payments and the introduction of a third-party invoicing product.Introduction and BackgroundDavid King, CTOChallenges and Transformations in Higher EducationThe Role of Technology and InnovationAddressing Financial Literacy and Student TransitionsExpanding Services and Future InnovationsAddressing Key Pain Points and Future Roadmap Podcast Transcript AI Audio Overview - new experimental AI feature from Google's NotebookLM. Click the Title to Play or Download.

Click the Title to Play or Download. Interview with Ethan Webb, Founder & CEO of Mindsmith, a next-gen eLearning authoring tool that uses generative AI to make it easy to create and share learning content. We discuss:Ethan Webb, CEOFounders' inspiration & backgroundMindsmith's competitive advantagesServes corporate, higher education, and K12 audiencesEngages instructional designers and learnersTurns instructional designers into course architectseLearning industry challengesGenerative AI: creating and sharing contentLMS integration using advanced SCORM via Mindsmith CloudEmbeds interactive learning widgetsWhat's next? Mindsmith's future roadmap Podsafe music selection Voices  of Insight - created using Udio Duration: 32:19

Click the Title to Play or Download. Interview with Linda Bonnar, Co-founder & Director of Content at Upstrive. "Get stronger results for students, staff, and your school through deeper insights and evidence-based tools." See Video Podcast Version. We discuss:Linda's educational backgroundLinda BonnarHer initiation into incorporating coaching into the classroomThe evolution of the Upstrive appUpstrive's targeted demographics: primary, secondary, and higher educationEnabling students to anonymously communicate their emotions to teachers via UpstriveUtilization of emojis by students to depict their current mood within UpstriveEnhancement of student and teacher well-being through UpstriveProvision of resources supporting student well-being, such as lesson plans, activities, and videosChallenges encountered in utilizing technology to address student and teacher well-beingLinda's vision for the future development of UpstriveView Video Podcast VersionPodcast Transcript generated using AI by Podsqueeze*Podsafe music selectionAll You Need is Love - Mike LeiteDuration: 50:19 *Podsqueeze was used to generate the transcript of my podcast. My links to Podsqueeze include referral links. If you decide to try it out using those links, I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support the podcast, allowing me to continue providing valuable content.  Use this code: 10OFF3MONTH at Podsqueeze to get 10% off.

Click the Title to Play or Download. Interview with Misty Reinhardt, Director of Product Management for Scribbles Software. "Streamline Student Records and Enrollment and Engage Students and Families Through One Accessible, Cloud-based System."Misty ReinhardtK-12: Manages records, enrollment, and documents. Integrates with existing student information systems (SIS). Higher Education: The new ScribForward product streamlines electronic document processing with colleges' CRM systems, automating data entry and enhancing security via blockchain.Benefits: Students: Easy transcript requests to multiple colleges. High Schools: Reduced paper usage, efficient electronic delivery. Colleges: Faster, secure document processing with automated data entry. Future: Expanding CRM integrations and exploring AI. Podcast Transcript generated using AI by Podsqueeze Podsafe music selection Aurora Borealis Expedition by Asher Fulero Duration: 29:15*Podsqueeze was used to generate the transcript of my podcast. My links to Podsqueeze include referral links. If you decide to try it out using those links, I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support the podcast, allowing me to continue providing valuable content. Use this code: 10OFF3MONTH at Podsqueeze to get 10% off.

Click the Title to Play or Download. This is an audio and YouTube interview with Jerome Pesenti, Founder of Sizzle AI. Jerome discusses his extensive AI background as former VP of IBM Watson and VP of AI for Meta/Facebook. He left Meta after 4 years to start Sizzle. "Sizzle AI is the future of learning - a free AI tutor for everyone." We discuss:Jerome's background in AI and previous startupsJerome PesentiSizzle's vision for a more personalized and engaging learning experienceCurrent audience of Sizzle (high school, middle school, college)Monetization plans for SizzleImportance of embracing AI in education while addressing responsibility and regulationOptimism about the future of AI and its role in enhancing productivityComparison of Sizzle to Khan Academy's AI-powered tutorTechnology behind Sizzle, including the use of ChatGPT and tools for complex calculationsThe user interface of Sizzle, including OCR for word problems and step-by-step solutionsSizzle's aim to provide an enjoyable and engaging learning experienceFeedback on homework and personalized learning plans Play YouTube Version Podcast Transcript generated using AI by Podsqueeze Podsafe music selectionBoth Sides Now by Debbie Poryes Trio - Jazz Pianist, Composer, Teacher & Vocalist Duration: 39:48*Podsqueeze was used to generate the transcript of my podcast. My links to Podsqueeze include referral links. If you decide to try it out using those links, I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support the podcast, allowing me to continue providing valuable content. Use this code: 10OFF3MONTH at Podsqueeze to get 10% off.