Educators of the World

Welcome back to Educators of the World. In today’s episode, I’m joined by Dr. Natasha Mehta, educator, author, and leader at Lighthouse Learning Group. With a unique journey from scientist to educationist, she brings a rare blend of analytical thinking and creative vision to the field of learning.Together, we explore the vital role of content and pedagogy in shaping meaningful education. Dr. Mehta opens up about the challenges of writing and publishing educational materials, the balance between local relevance and global perspective, and Lighthouse Learning Group’s mission at scale.Our conversation also touches on the impact of technology on classrooms, the evolving future of education, and her dream of making quality learning accessible to every child. I hope you enjoy this episode. Don’t forget to share it with your network and subscribe for more inspiring voices from educators around the world.

🎙️ Welcome back to Educators of the World. In today’s episode, I’m joined by Ms. Daphne Ho, Headteacher at Diocesan Boys’ School Primary Division in Hong Kong. Beyond her role as an education leader, she also serves as Vice President of W-EXCO, CLC, and Vice-Chairperson of the Diocesan Youth Commission.Together, we dive into an inspiring conversation on how to nurture values, leadership, and character from a young age. Daphne shares her insights on guiding primary students in a fast-changing world balancing academic excellence with moral development, community spirit, and resilience.Her perspective reflects a deep commitment to holistic education, where young learners are prepared not only for success in school but also for meaningful lives as responsible global citizens. 🌍✨I hope you enjoy this conversation. Don’t forget to share the episode and subscribe for more inspiring voices from educators around the world.

Welcome back to Educators of the World. In today’s episode, I’m joined by Ms. Maggie Chau, the Principal of St. Stephen’s Girls’ College in Hong Kong, a school with more than a century of history and a deep commitment to empowering young women through holistic, values-driven education.Together, we explore a vital question: how do we balance the old and the new in education? From preserving time-tested traditions and character-building practices to embracing innovation, technology, and modern approaches to learning - Maggie offers a wealth of insight. Her leadership bridges heritage with forward-thinking, providing a thoughtful roadmap for educators, school leaders, and parents who want to prepare students for the future while staying rooted in what truly matters.I hope you enjoy the conversation. Don’t forget to share the episode and subscribe for more inspiring voices from educators around the world.

Welcome back to Educators of the World. In this episode, I’m joined by Teresa Tung from the Hong Kong International School, an educator who has spent years guiding students and communities to think differently about what success in education really means.Our conversation centers on two powerful themes: funding passion and redefining the goals of education. Teresa shares how schools can move beyond narrow academic measures, creating opportunities for students to pursue their interests, discover their strengths, and build the kind of resilience and purpose that will serve them far beyond the classroom. Together, we explore what it looks like when education truly invests in the whole child.I hope you find this conversation as inspiring as I did. Don’t forget to share the episode and subscribe for more stories from educators around the world.

In this episode of Educators of the World, I sit down with Shirla Sum, Secondary School Principal at Victoria Shanghai Academy in Hong Kong.Our conversation takes a deep dive into one of the most pressing topics in education today: the role of Artificial Intelligence in teaching and learning. Shirla brings her wealth of experience as a school leader to explore the opportunities AI can open up for students and teachers, the challenges schools face in adopting new technologies, and how educators can balance innovation with human connection.We also touch on her personal journey as an educator, the evolving responsibilities of school leaders, and the best practices she’s seen for preparing students for a future where AI will play a major role.If you’re a teacher, school leader, parent, or simply curious about the future of education, this conversation will leave you with insights, questions, and inspiration.👉 Listen now and join us in celebrating the voices shaping education around the world.

Mr. Naresh Ramamurthy, Chief Academic Officer of  @OrchidsTheInternationalSchool  opens Season 3 of the Educators Podcast with an insightful discussion on how AI is revolutionizing education.With over 15 years of experience across India’s K–12 and EdTech landscape, Mr. Naresh shares how AI is being used to personalize learning, improve teacher performance, and enhance student outcomes across 100+ schools.In conversation with Mr. Ami Dror, Founder of BriBooks, this episode explores how innovation, empathy, and scale can come together to create impactful learning environments.Don’t miss this powerful start to Season 3 of the Educators Podcast!

Diane Tavenner, Co-founder and CEO of Summit Public Schools, joins Season 3 of the Educators Podcast for a thought-provoking conversation on how we can redefine success for every child.Drawing on over two decades of experience as an educator and school designer, Diane shares the inspiration behind her bestselling book "Prepared: What Kids Need for a Fulfilled Life", and how parents and educators can move beyond narrow academic measures to nurture the full spectrum of skills children need to thrive purpose, resilience, strong relationships, and lifelong curiosity.In conversation with Mr. Ami Dror, Founder of BriBooks, this episode explores how schools and families can work together to create learning environments that prepare students not just for college, but for a life of meaning, balance, and success.Don’t miss this inspiring and deeply relevant episode of the Educators Podcast!

In Episode 2 of the Educators Podcast, we’re joined by Diane Tavenner, the visionary founder of Summit Public Schools, a groundbreaking network of charter schools in the U.S. known for its student-centered learning model.With decades of experience reimagining education, Diane unpacks how personalized learning, project-based classrooms, and real-world skill-building are transforming the high school experience. Her work has influenced education policy and inspired a new wave of learner-first innovation globally.In conversation with Ami Dror, Founder of BriBooks, this episode dives into what it means to build schools where students drive their own learning and why trusting kids is the first step to real change.

Mr. Naresh Ramamurthy, Chief Academic Officer of OrchidsTheInternationalSchool‬ opens Season 3 of the Educators Podcast with an insightful discussion on how AI is revolutionizing education.With over 15 years of experience across India’s K–12 and EdTech landscape, Mr. Naresh shares how AI is being used to personalize learning, improve teacher performance, and enhance student outcomes across 100+ schools.In conversation with Mr. Ami Dror, Founder of BriBooks, this episode explores how innovation, empathy, and scale can come together to create impactful learning environments.