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LinkedUp: Breaking Boundaries in Education
by Jamie Saponaro
Co-hosts Jerri Kemble and Jamie Saponaro connect you with the movers, shakers, and changemakers transforming schools worldwide. Powered by ClassLink, LinkedUp brings you in-depth, insightful conversations on the evolving landscape of learning—from practical edtech strategies and AI integration to disruptive leadership and global innovation.Whether you're a classroom teacher, instructional coach, or district leader, join us as we break boundaries, share visionary ideas, and link up the people shaping the future of education. Let’s get LinkedUp!
Episodes
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The AI Educator
AI in education is changing faster than most schools can keep up. So what actually deserves educators’ attention right now? This week, we're welcoming Dan Fitzpatrick, The AI Educator, for a practical look at where AI is headed and what it means for teaching, learning, and leadership. Fresh from...
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Make Your Time Precious
When everything feels urgent, how do you decide what truly deserves your time? This week, Jerri and Jamie sit down with Sean Precious to explore how principals can bring more intention to demanding days and make room for the work that matters most: supporting teachers, connecting with students…
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AI in Education Playbook
Three years after his first LinkedUp appearance, what has actually changed about AI in education? Dr. Wednaud Ronelus, Chief Metaverse Scientist at Alchemist Club Studios and AI Ambassador for the AFT/UFT, rejoins Jerri and Jamie to explore the “cognitive offload crisis,” why keeping students…
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PBL Future Labs
What happens when we stop asking AI to do things faster and start using it to design learning better? Jerri and Jamie talk with Phillip Alcock, co-founder of PBL Future Labs, about moving beyond one-off prompts and building intentional AI workflows for project-based learning. Together, we explore...
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Unclench Your Fist
What happens when we stop gripping so tightly to control, perfection, old expectations, and the belief that leaders should have every answer? Jerri and Jamie sit down with educator, leader, and author Glenn Robbins to explore the central idea behind his new book, Unclench Your Fist. Drawing on...
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Amplifying Voices
What if your story could reach far beyond your classroom? In this episode of LinkedUp, Jerri and Jamie sit down with education editor Jacquie Gardy to explore what it takes to turn an educator’s experiences, ideas, and passion into a book that can influence and inspire others. Jacquie takes us...
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Building a Culture of Collaboration
What if group work keeps failing because we’ve been doing it wrong? In this episode, Jerri Kemble turns the mic on co-host Jamie Saponaro to talk about her new book, Transforming Classrooms: Building a Culture of Collaboration. Drawing on three decades of coaching teachers, Jamie shares why...
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Make Your Move
What's keeping you from making your next move? This week, Jerri and Jamie sit down with award-winning educator, inspirational speaker, and author Marlon Styles, Jr. to discuss his new book, Make Your Move, and the mindset shifts that turn intention into action. Drawing on decades of leadership...
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Know Your Why
What changes when you truly understand your purpose? Jerri and Jamie welcome longtime educator, author, speaker, and thought leader Barbara Bray to discuss the launch of her new Grow Your WHY coaching platform and the power of leading with purpose. Drawing on decades of experience, Barbara shares...
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Capes Optional, Communication Essential
Strong leadership starts with strong communication, but it's a skill that's often overlooked. This week, Jerri and Jamie join Dr. Chantel Manahan to discuss her new book, Capes Optional, Communication Essential, and why intentional communication is one of the most valuable tools district leaders...
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Al's Edu Recommends
What happens when trust in information starts to break down but the pace of change in education keeps accelerating? This week, Jerri and Jamie sit down with internationally respected education leader and thought partner Al Kingsley for a candid conversation on the challenges and opportunities...
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Start With the Scribble
This week, Jerri and Jamie sit down with internationally recognized sketchnote artist and creativity champion Manuel Herrera to explore creativity, visual thinking, and the power of simply getting started. Known for his dynamic visual storytelling and innovative use of technology, Manuel shares…
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6 Years of LinkedUp
Did you know only a small percentage of podcasts ever make it to 200 episodes? Welcome to Episode 200 of the LinkedUp Podcast: a milestone that means so much to us! Many podcasts end after just a handful of episodes, making this moment a true testament to the power of meaningful conversations,...
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Rethinking Classroom AI
AI in the classroom isn’t the headline anymore. What students do with it is. In this episode of LinkedUp, Holly Clark joins Jerri and Jamie to shift the focus from teacher use to student impact. A globally recognized speaker and co-author of The AI Infused Classroom, Holly shares how schools are...
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Hooked on Innovation
How do you teach balance in a world that never logs off? Jamie and Jerri sit down with Carl Hooker, author of Zengaged and AI Evolution, to tackle one of the biggest challenges facing students today: navigating screens, social media, and everything in between. Carl keeps it real with us; this…
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Today's Learners, Tomorrow's Leaders
What if every student is already a leader just waiting to be activated? This week, authors (and hosts of The Play Ed3 Podcast) Tisha Poncio and Rick Butterworth are flipping the script on leadership with their new book, Today's Learners, Tomorrow's Leaders. Together, we dig into Tisha and Rick's...
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Student Voice, Global Impact, Real Leadership
This week, we sit down with Amiya—a student who isn't just learning about leadership... she's living it. Alongside educator Alana Winnick, Amiya is part of a dynamic, student-led team redefining what leadership looks like in the age of AI. From delivering a keynote at FETC to launching an...
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Control ALT Achieve
This week, Eric Curts sits down with Jamie and Jerri to share a story that proves just how powerful one educator can be. The kind of impact that does not just shape a classroom, but an entire life. If you know Eric, you know he is all about making tech make sense. From Google tools to what is…
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EdTech: The Global View
What does edtech look like beyond your borders? This week, we're going global. Jennifer Surujpaul joins LinkedUp to share an international perspective on educational technology — what's working, what's evolving, and what's keeping leaders up at night. From the exciting possibilities of AI and...
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Beyond the AI Inflection Point
The rapid spread of GenAI has schools at an unprecedented inflection point. While districts may not have all the answers yet, the need to act is clear. Preparing students for a future shaped by AI requires more than reactive guardrails. It calls for thoughtful planning, clear policy, and…
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Autopilot
School leadership isn’t getting simpler. It’s getting louder, faster, and far more complex: surprise challenges, constant interruptions, a to-do list that multiplies by the hour. This week on LinkedUp, we’re joined by educator, speaker, and author Rich Czyz to talk about his new book, Autopilot,...
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Mind Sharing
Robert Martellacci is known for a simple mantra: "Keep the learning curve steep." In this episode, he sits down with Jamie and Jerri to break down how curiosity, humility, and a commitment to continuous learning have shaped his work across countries, cultures, and classrooms. From building global...
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Purposeful Technology, Powerful Learning
Edtech isn't about more technology: it's about better purpose. This week we're joined by Stacy Hawthorne (Board Chair, CoSN) to talk about what purpose-driven digital learning really looks like in today's schools. From unpacking CoSN's Screentime Toolkit and exploring the focus of her...
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The Strategic Change Agenda
At a time when school districts are facing rapid change, rising complexity, and the growing influence of AI, traditional strategic plans aren’t cutting it anymore. In this episode, we explore a bold alternative: the Strategic Change Agenda. Together, Steve McCammon (President & CEO) and George...
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Shaping AI Literacy for Youth
AI isn’t coming to classrooms: it's already there. This week on LinkedUp, we sit down with Jeff Riley (Co-Founder, Day of AI) for an accessible conversation about what artificial intelligence really is and what it's not—especially for young learners. Tune in as Jeff walks us through the basics…
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Game Changers
What does the future of learning look like? In this episode, we go behind the scenes with Jenn Womble, the visionary driving the Future of Education Technology Conference (FETC), to get an exclusive look at what’s coming to Orlando in January 2026. Jenn reveals the bold ideas, immersive...
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Vibe Coding
AI is evolving fast, but the next leap isn’t about smarter chatbots. It’s about systems that support learners in new ways. In this episode, Jerri and Jamie sit down with Darren Coxon: a trailblazer in agentic AI and one of today's most insightful voices on how AI can enhance learning. Darren...
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Experiential Learning With VR
What happens when classical learning meets cutting-edge technology? In this episode, we sit down with Kim Abel, the visionary behind Optima Academy, to find out. She shares how VR, AI, and intentional design create unforgettable student experiences, the leadership lessons learned along the way…
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Badass Firefly
In this special episode of LinkedUp, Jamie flips the script and interviews her co-host, Jerri Kemble, about her newly released book, The Badass Firefly Effect. Their conversation is heartfelt and illuminating, exploring the stories behind the book and its central message: everyone has the power…
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Personalize: Meeting the Needs of All Learners
When it comes to personalized learning, high school principal Nicki Slaugh is proving it’s less about tools and more about trust. This week, Jamie and Jerri sit down with Nicki to discuss her new book and learn why she believes personalization is about more than just tech: it's about truly…
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Learning in Hand
This week, Jerri and Jamie are joined by Tony Vincent, an educator whose creative, practical ideas have inspired teachers for years. As the mind behind Learning in Hand, Tony has dedicated his career to helping educators design student-centered, technology-rich learning experiences that spark...
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Inside Job
In this episode, we sit down with author and thought leader Zuica Donev to explore her new book, Inside Job. Zuica shows us why the most impactful leadership starts within and how lasting change comes from the work of self-discovery, resilience, and purpose. Together, we unpack key themes from…
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Driving Future Success
School is only the starting line. The real question is: How do we prepare students to drive and thrive in a future economy we can barely imagine? In this episode, we sit down with Brad Baird, founder of Penda Learning, and Dr. Steve Miller, a leading researcher on learning platforms, to discuss…
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AI for Equity
What happens when a high school student’s big idea meets a classroom full of learners? In this episode, you’ll meet Ronil Dubal, a high school senior and founder of Studysnap, and Meghan Killeen, a curriculum specialist who put the app to work with her students at Temple University. After…
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Dot Fever
We're celebrating International Dot Day with the return of bestselling author and illustrator Peter H. Reynolds to the pod! In this episode, we catch up with Peter on what's been keeping him busy lately and how he's expanding the Dot movement to millions around the world. Together, we dive into...
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College Connect
What happens when a side hustle disappears, a global pandemic flips everything upside down, and two college students refuse to sit still? For Sophie English Smith and Leah Guesman, it sparked an idea that would reshape how families navigate the college journey. In this episode, we sit down with…
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Leadership, Legacy & Eduprotocols
How do you lead with purpose, serve with heart, and still make room to grow? In this episode, we’re joined by Drew Hinds, an education leader whose journey takes us from the classroom to the Oregon Department of Education and beyond. With every step, Drew’s focus stays crystal clear: empowering...
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Risk and Opportunity
Recorded LIVE at ISTE 25/ASCD in San Antonio, Jerri and Jamie sit down with Australian edtech rockstar and #AussieED founder Brett Salakas. Known for his people-first approach to technology, Brett shares how his personal story shaped his mission to connect, empower, and inspire through edtech....
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Tyler's Tech Tips
Get ready to laugh, learn, and level up your classroom with Tyler Tarver! In this lively episode, Jerri and Jamie sit down with the one and only Tyler—educator, author, YouTube sensation, and social media standout—for a conversation that’s equal parts insightful and hilarious. Tyler shares his...
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Be More Brave
What if bravery isn’t something you’re born with, but something you train for? In this episode, Jerri and Jamie welcome Crista Samaras, former U.S. Women’s National Lacrosse Team player, entrepreneur, and founder of Brave Enterprises. Crista shares her mission to help people, especially women and...
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Leading Through the Fire
This week, Jamie and Jerri are joined by veteran education leaders Dr. Susan Enfield and Dr. Kristi Wilson to unpack their new book, On Fire, Under Fire, or Fired: Superintendents in the Pandemic. This book and this conversation shine a light on the emotional toll, public pressure, and deep...
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Digital Tools With Heart
Ready to shake up your classroom or leadership playbook? In this episode, we chat with dynamic educator duo Kristin and Joe Merrill (aka The Merrills) about engaging today's learners through meaningful experiences. Known for their practical insights and infectious enthusiasm, the Merrills dive…
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The Power of One Defining Moment
What does it look like when a seventh grader turns a life-altering moment into a mission? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Matt Giovanniello, CEO of Frenalytics, who used a family tragedy to spark a lifelong drive to serve others. Matt shares how witnessing his grandmother's recovery…
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Achieving Voice Equity
This week, we welcome Rebecca Murray, voice coach, speaker, and fierce advocate for the power of self-expression, to the pod. Whether you're leading a classroom, presenting in a boardroom, or stepping onto a stage, Rebecca shares how owning your voice can unlock leadership, confidence, and...
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Schools Reinvented
How can school leaders harness the power of AI to fuel innovation, personalize learning, and support educators? Dyane Smokorowski and Rob Dickson, from Wichita Public Schools (WPS), are setting the pace. Join us as they unpack WPS's bold approach to AI integration: one that's focused not just on...
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Using Empathy To Understand Teachers
Technology should make teachers' lives easier, not more complicated. This week, we sit down with Arman Jaffer, the visionary behind Brisk Teaching. He shares how a simple idea grew into a powerful platform that helps teachers save time, keeps students engaged, and streamlines school operations....
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US Department of Education: Leveling Setting
Think you know the role of the U.S. Department of Education? Think again. In this episode, Collin Earnst from the EdTech Leadership Collective challenges assumptions and sheds light on what the Department of Education really does. From funding and oversight to policy and support, Collin helps us...
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Class Tech Tips
This week, we're sitting down with Dr. Monica Burns, an edtech expert, author, and founder of ClassTechTips.com. With her signature energy and expertise, Monica shares practical strategies, must-know tools, and big-picture insights to help educators use technology in ways that truly support…
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The Science of Movement
Now more than ever, prioritizing health and wellness in K-12 education is essential. This week, we're joined by Dr. Julian Reed, a leading expert in kinesiology and the science of movement and learning. Dr. Reed shares his research on how physical activity enhances cognition, behavior, and…
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Pathways for Students With Local Accountability
In this episode of the LinkedUp Podcast, we sit down with Dan Pfaff, Digital Learning Coordinator for Shelby County Public Schools in Kentucky, to explore how his district is redefining accountability and student success. Shelby County has taken a bold, community-driven approach by developing a...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Co-hosts Jerri Kemble and Jamie Saponaro connect you with the movers, shakers, and changemakers transforming schools worldwide. Powered by ClassLink, LinkedUp brings you in-depth, insightful conversations on the evolving landscape of learning—from practical edtech strategies and AI integration to disruptive leadership and global innovation.Whether you're a classroom teacher, instructional coach, or district leader, join us as we break boundaries, share visionary ideas, and link up the people shaping the future of education. Let’s get LinkedUp!
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