Choosing the Right School, Not the “Best” School with Ruth Benny
How do parents choose the right school when every school website seems to say the same thing? In this episode of the Education Vanguard podcast, Justin Hardman speaks with Ruth Benny, founder of Top Schools, about what families should really consider when choosing a school. They explore why there is no universal “best school,” how […]
Preparing Students to Be Active for Life with Dr. Shane Pill
What should students actually gain from physical education by the time they leave school? In this episode of The Education Vanguard, Justin Hardman speaks with Dr. Shane Pill of Flinders University about moving beyond simply keeping students active and instead helping them develop the confidence and competence to pursue physical activity throughout their lives. They […]
Making Human Agency Visible in the Age of AI with Lee Crockett
What does human agency look like when AI can increasingly complete the work for us? In this episode of The Education Vanguard, Lee Crockett explores why the rise of AI calls for schools to become more intentional about the capabilities that must remain distinctly human. From critical thinking and judgment to meaningful decision-making and personal […]
Outdoor Education as a Pathway to Real-World Learning with Martin Foakes and Rob Carmichael
Outdoor education can create some of the most memorable and transformative experiences students have at school. But what happens when we start thinking about it as more than a trip, expedition, or week away? In this episode of Education Vanguard, Justin Hardman speaks with Martin Foakes, OFFSEAS Board Chair, and Rob Carmichael, OFFSEAS Board Member […]
Leading Through Crisis, Wellbeing, and the Hard Decisions with Howard Stribbell & Patrick Hurworth
What does leadership look like when the decisions are difficult, the stakes are high, and the people around you are carrying more than you realize? In this episode of Education Vanguard, Dr. Howard Stribbell sits down with experienced international school leader Patrick Hurworth for a candid conversation about leadership through crisis, well-being, vulnerability, and the […]
What Online Learning Looks Like When It’s Designed with Intention with Brittanie Bates
What makes online learning truly effective? In this episode of the Education Vanguard Podcast, host Justin Hardman speaks with Brittanie Bates, Principal of Crimson Global Academy, about designing online education with purpose rather than simply recreating the traditional classroom on a screen. Brittanie shares how CGA supports students in more than 70 countries through flexible […]
Libraries Without Walls: Reinventing the Heart of the School with Jeremy Willette, Stacy Stephens, Jean-Pierre Adamson, Julia Besnard & Marianne Grasso
In this episode of Education Vanguard, as part of the 21CLHK Panel podcast takeover, Jeremy Willette leads a panel conversation with Stacy Stephens, Jean-Pierre Adamson, Julia Besnard, and Marianne Grasso on the evolving role of school libraries and what it means to place them at the heart of learning. Together, they explore how libraries create […]
Leadership Is Biological: The Performance Asset Most Leaders Ignore with Howard Stribbell & Paul Bradley
In this episode of Education Vanguard, Howard Stribbell is joined by fitness and lifestyle coach Paul Bradley for a conversation about leadership, energy, health, and what it really takes to perform at your best. Leadership Is Biological: The Performance Asset Most Leaders Ignore with Howard Stribbell & Paul Bradley, explores why success at work can […]
Beyond the Classroom Walls: Designing Learning Spaces for Collaboration and Creativity
What does it take to design a school that actually works for the students and educators inside it? In this special Education Vanguard panel episode from 21CLHK 2026, host MJ Jimenez of MBKM Group facilitates a compelling panel discussion that brings together architects, designers, and education leaders to explore the future of learning space design. […]
21CLHK Panel: Balancing Innovation with Ethics: Where Should We Draw the Line with AI in Schools?
In this special Education Vanguard panel episode from 21CLHK 2026, a group of experienced educators come together to explore one of the most pressing questions in education today, how to ethically integrate AI into teaching and learning. Featuring insights from Cora Yang, Douglas Kiang, Alex McMillan, and Roberta Ferraz, the conversation dives into real classroom […]