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On a mission to speak with global education experts on how we can revolutionize the education system, especially in the dawn of AI.

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    Episode 64 - SAT Author With A Perfect Score: The Shorter Passages Are Not Easier - Brian Stewart

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe sits down with Brian Stewart, Princeton graduate, perfect SAT scorer, bestselling author of Barron's SAT, ACT, and PSAT prep books, and founder of BWS Education Consulting, to talk about what actually changed with the digital SAT and what actually moves a score.Dr. Joe and Brian discuss why the digital SAT's much shorter reading passages are not an easier test, how the section-adaptive format works and why students need to treat every first-module question as consequential, why he tells families there are no real hacks and what he teaches instead, how prep should change for students with IEPs, 504 plans, extended time, and test anxiety, when a twenty dollar book is genuinely enough, and why a 4.0 GPA is no longer a reliable predictor of a strong test score.This episode is especially useful for parents of juniors preparing for the digital SAT, families navigating testing accommodations, students deciding between the SAT and ACT, and anyone trying to prep well without spending thousands.📲 Connect with them: https://freetestprep.com/https://bwseducationconsulting.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrianStewartBarrons/videos📲 Learn more about us: https://supportedtutoring.com/Facebook: Dr. JoeInstagram: @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 63 - Digital SAT Expert: Why I Refuse To Prep Kids For The May Exam - Mike Settele

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe sits down with Mike Settele, Johns Hopkins graduate, author of the SAT Package Study Guide, and creator of one of YouTube's most trusted SAT prep channels, to explain what the digital SAT actually changed and how the adaptive format really works.Dr. Joe and Mike discuss why the digital SAT is not question-by-question adaptive but a two-path fork determined by your first module, how missing roughly six to ten questions early can cap a section score near 610, why quantity over quality is the most common prep mistake, why he actively refuses to prepare students for the May test date during AP season, when paying for a course or tutor is worth it and when it's wasted money, and why taking both an SAT and an ACT practice test is usually a waste of a student's limited energy.This episode is especially useful for parents of sophomores and juniors planning a testing timeline, students confused by adaptive scoring, families weighing paid prep against free resources, and anyone chasing merit scholarship money.📲 Connect with them: https://setteletutoring.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@SetteleTutoring📲 Learn more about us: https://supportedtutoring.com/Facebook: Dr. JoeInstagram: @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 62 - 12 Years Alternative Educating: Stop Replicating School At Home - Cassie Olguin

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe sits down with Cassie Olguin, alternative education content and events manager at Outschool, to talk about what actually works when a traditional classroom isn't the right fit.Dr. Joe and Cassie discuss why the most common mistake families make is recreating school at home and how long it took her to unlearn that herself, what interest-driven learning looks like in practice and why it isn't the easier path, what separates online teachers who keep kids engaged from ones who lose them in the first five minutes, how neurodivergent learners benefit from controlling their own schedule and taking breaks, and how to distinguish genuinely engaged screen time from passive scrolling.This episode is especially useful for parents considering homeschooling or hybrid schooling, families of neurodivergent students, parents in areas with limited local resources, and educators moving from in-person to online teaching.Enter code at checkout for up to $35 USD off a single class. Code: DRJOE35Terms: Offer expires 12/31/2026 at 11:59 pm PDT. Registered Outschool account required. New users only. Limited to first 1000 users. Cannot be combined with another offer. Subject to Outschool's Terms of Service.📲 Connect with them: https://outschool.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Outschool📲 Learn more about us: https://supportedtutoring.com/Facebook: Dr. JoeInstagram: @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 61- SAT/ACT Prep Insider, 32 Years: Test Optional Is Collapsing - Amy Seeley

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe sits down with Amy Seeley, president of Seeley Test Pros, founder of the LEAP program, and a fhttps://supportedtutoring.com/ounding board member of the National Test Prep Association, to unpack how SAT and ACT preparation actually works after 32 years inside the industry.Dr. Joe and Amy discuss why "tips and tricks" is the wrong frame and what test-taking literacy means instead, how to spot a test prep provider that over-prescribes hours or skips official materials, what a realistic score gain looks like on a 10-to-12-week timeline, why colleges are pulling back from test optional policies as grade inflation makes GPAs harder to read, and why taking more practice tests without reviewing your errors changes nothing.This episode is especially useful for parents of high school sophomores and juniors, students choosing between the SAT and ACT, families weighing whether to submit scores at all, and educators and consultants advising on test strategy.📲 Connect with them: https://www.leaprogram.com/Podcast: https://gettestbright.com/tests-and-the-rest/📲 Learn more about us: https://supportedtutoring.com/Facebook: Dr. JoeInstagram: @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 60 - 8-Figure Founder Who Left College: The Passion Project Colleges Actually Want - Chris Stapleton

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe sits down with Chris Stapleton, co-founder of the eight-figure business Clients & Community and founder of the software company Client Genie, to talk about what school never teaches — and what parents get wrong about pushing their kids toward success.Dr. Joe and Chris discuss why a free passion project beats an expensive one, the Great Lemonade Crusade and teaching kids real economics before high school, how a teenager can get into the room with people already doing big things, whether college is still the right path in an AI economy, and the balance between challenge and support that keeps over-supported kids from self-sabotaging.This episode is especially useful for parents of ambitious teens, high school students with a business idea, first-generation and immigrant families weighing career paths, and educators looking to support student entrepreneurship.📲 Connect with them: www.clientgenie.aiInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisjstapleton/?hl=en📲 Learn more about us: https://supportedtutoring.com/Facebook: Dr. JoeInstagram: @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 59 - Founder Of The Socratic Experience: What Real Education Looks Like For A Stifled Kid - Michael Strong

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe sits down with Michael Strong—founder of The Socratic Experience, author of The Habit of Thought, and co-founder of the Conscious Capitalism movement—who argues that the school system isn't broken by accident. It's broken by design.Dr. Joe and Michael discuss what real intellectual education looks like and why it matters more now than ever, including why most schools build one habit above all others—compliance—why Socratic dialogue is a centuries-old cure hiding in plain sight, how he builds a student's entire education around what they actually love, why authentic work (real entrepreneurship, coding, creation) beats the manufactured passion projects families are told to chase for college, and what parents of a bored, gifted, or stifled kid can start doing at home today.This episode is especially useful for parents of gifted, twice-exceptional, or creative kids, families frustrated with conventional school, and anyone curious about Socratic and alternative approaches to education.📲 Connect with them: https://socraticexperience.com/about/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thesocraticexperience8100Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/socraticexperienceLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelstrong1/📲 Learn more about us: https://supportedtutoring.com/Facebook: Dr. JoeInstagram: @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 58 - Brainscape CEO: The Better Way to Study for Exams - Andrew Cohen

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe sits down with Andrew Cohen, founder and CEO of Brainscape—a smart-flashcard platform used by millions of students from AP through the bar exam—to explain why most of the studying kids do is a waste of time, and what the cognitive science says actually works.Dr. Joe and Andrew break down why highlighting and rereading feel productive but barely move retention, what active recall and spaced repetition really do, how "confidence-based repetition" turns studying into a kind of metacognition, why front-loading material before class supercharges learning, why note-taking is only the first step, the right way to cram without forgetting everything a week later, and why the rise of AI makes memorization more important, not less—because you can't connect concepts that don't already live in your head.This episode is especially useful for students preparing for AP or big cumulative exams, parents tired of watching their kids cram and forget, and anyone who wants their study time to actually stick.📲 Connect with them: https://www.brainscape.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrainscapeNYFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrainscapeLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/acohenny/📲 Learn more about us: https://supportedtutoring.com/Facebook: Dr. JoeInstagram: @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 57 - Former Admissions Dean, 25 Years Inside: What To Put On Your Application - Dr. Cynthia Colón

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe sits down with Dr. Cynthia Colón, who spent 25 years inside elite college admissions as a dean and school administrator and now runs Dream College Academy to help public school families access the insider knowledge private school families take for granted.Dr. Joe and Dr. Cynthia open up the "black box" of admissions, including what actually moves the needle when an officer reads an application, why the $40,000 college coaching industry is largely a scam, why the essay is the most under-coached lever in the entire process, how her team "excavates the gold" to find a student's authentic story, why admissions officers can spot a parent-written essay instantly, and why public school students can stand out against private school applicants.This episode is especially useful for public school families navigating admissions without expensive help, parents worried about the essay, and any student trying to stand out authentically.📲 Connect with them: https://www.drcynthiacolon.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.cynthiacolonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/drcynthiacolon📲 Learn more about us: https://supportedtutoring.com/Facebook: Dr. JoeInstagram: @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 56 - Founder Of Magellan College Counseling: Why "Student-Led" Is The Secret To Admissions - Evelyn Jerome Alexander

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe sits down with Evelyn Jerome Alexander—Certified Educational Planner, UC Berkeley instructor, and founder of Magellan College Counseling—whose whole philosophy treats college admissions as a family wellness challenge, not just a strategy problem.Dr. Joe and Evelyn discuss how to navigate admissions without fracturing the parent-child relationship, including why chasing prestige "bumper sticker" schools causes so much heartache, why the best-fit colleges are often ones families have never heard of, what "student-led, parent-supported" really means and how parents can get off the driver's seat without checking out, why she meets with students without parents in the room, her honest take on why she "hates passion projects," and what AI genuinely can and can't do on the college essay.This episode is especially useful for parents feeling the admissions pressure build, families of students who don't fit the conventional mold, and anyone who wants to get their kid into the right college without losing their relationship in the process.📲 Connect with them: https://magellancounseling.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MagellanCounseling/videos📲 Learn more about us: https://supportedtutoring.com/Facebook: Dr. JoeInstagram: @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 55 - Carnegie Project Director: Why Education Reform Keeps Failing - Dr. Jill Perry

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe sits down with Dr. Jill Alexa Perry—executive director of the Carnegie Project on the Educational Doctorate and the first full Professor of Practice at the University of Pittsburgh School of Education—for a conversation that's personal: Dr. Joe earned his own educational leadership doctorate at Pitt, where Dr. Jill was one of his professors.Dr. Joe and Dr. Jill discuss why education reform keeps failing and what real change actually takes, including why we habitually fix the symptom instead of the system, W. Edwards Deming's principle that "every system is designed to get what it gets," why the mountains of data schools collect often measure the wrong things, why one-off professional development rarely changes anything, and how AI is beginning to reshape the way we train the next generation of educational leaders.This episode is especially useful for educators and school leaders, anyone considering an EdD, and parents who want to understand why the system around their kid's school is so resistant to change.📲 Connect with them: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillalexaperry/CPED: https://www.cpedinitiative.org/📲 Learn more about us: https://supportedtutoring.com/Facebook: Dr. JoeInstagram: @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 54 - College Insider: What Admission Officers Look For (Not Grades) - Mark Stucker

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe sits down with Mark Stucker, founder of School Match 4 U, co-host of the Your College-Bound Kid podcast, and author of College Admission: 171 Answers, to unpack why so many families approach college the wrong way—chasing prestige instead of fit.Dr. Joe and Mark discuss what students and parents need to understand about the admissions process, including why the national counselor shortage (just 25 minutes per student over four years) leaves families lost, why chasing brand-name schools backfires, the difference between a "fit" school and "a name that plays well at the country club," why there are far more than 20 good colleges in America, what actually impresses admissions officers (it isn't more valedictorians), and whether families even need a private consultant at all.This episode is especially useful for parents of high schoolers starting the college search, families feeling pressure to chase prestige, and anyone trying to understand how admissions decisions really get made.📲 Connect with them: https://schoolmatch4u.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/schoolmatch4uYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@Schoolmatch4uproducts/videos📲 Learn more about us: https://supportedtutoring.com/Facebook: Dr. JoeInstagram: @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 53 - College Essay Mentor: What Colleges Want In An Application - Chris Hunt

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe sits down with Christopher Hunt, a former Wall Street Journal and Economist journalist and founder of College Essay Mentor, to break down how students can write a personal statement that actually stands out—and sounds like them, not a robot.Dr. Joe and Chris discuss what students and parents need to understand about the college essay, including why the student (not the parent) has to lead, why the usual brainstorming approach is the wrong place to start, the journalist's "nut graph" trick for finding your one core message, why the popular advice to "just tell your story" is so hard to follow, how admissions officers spot AI-written essays instantly and why that can sink an application, and the realistic summer timeline every rising senior should follow.This episode is especially useful for parents of rising seniors, students staring down a blank personal statement, and any family trying to navigate the most stressful part of the college application.📲 Connect with them: https://www.collegeessaymentor.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollegeEssayMentor/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CollegeEssayMentor📲 Learn more about us: https://supportedtutoring.com/Facebook: Dr. JoeInstagram: @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 52 - Harvard Student Who Got Into 27 Colleges: The Admissions Secret Schools Won't Tell You - Elise Pham

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe sits down with Elise Pham, a first-generation Harvard student on the premed track and founder of The Ultimate Ivy League Guide, to break down what top colleges actually want—and why most families get it completely wrong.Dr. Joe and Elise discuss what students and parents need to understand about college admissions, including why there's no secret formula and it all comes down to telling an authentic story, why families waste thousands on passion projects and internships that don't help, the "theme" that should tie an entire application together, her past/present/future framework for essays and interviews, and why answering "because it's a top school" is the fastest way to get rejected.This episode is especially useful for parents of high schoolers aiming for competitive colleges, first-generation students navigating admissions without a roadmap, and any family trying to stand out without wasting money or time.📲 Connect with them: https://ultimatementor.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ultimateivyleagueguideInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/elisempham/?hl=en📲 Learn more about us: https://supportedtutoring.com/Facebook: Dr. JoeInstagram: @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 51 - 6-Time USA Memory Champion: How Your Kid Can Memorize Anything For A Test - Nelson Dellis

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe sits down with Nelson Dellis, a six-time USA Memory Champion and founder of the nonprofit Climb for Memory, to reveal why memory is a trainable skill—not a gift you're either born with or not.Dr. Joe and Nelson discuss what students and parents need to understand about memory and studying, including how Nelson went from an average memory to a six-time champion after losing his grandmother to Alzheimer's, how the ancient Memory Palace technique works, why turning dry information into vivid mental pictures is the key to remembering it, how to memorize names and AP material, and what it actually takes to memorize two decks of cards in five minutes.This episode is especially useful for students who cram and forget, parents who want to give their kids a lifelong learning edge, and anyone interested in keeping their memory sharp for life.📲 Connect with them: https://www.nelsondellis.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@NelsonDellisFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/NelsonCDellis📲 Learn more about us: https://supportedtutoring.com/Facebook: @Dr. JoeInstagram: @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 50 - World-Renowned Memory Coach: How To Memorize Anything For AP Exams - Anthony Metivier

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe sits down with Anthony Metivier, a world-renowned memory expert, founder of the Magnetic Memory Method, and a former university professor who rebuilt his own memory after a health crisis, to explain why most studying is broken—and what actually works instead.Dr. Joe and Anthony discuss what students and parents need to understand about memory and studying, including how the ancient Memory Palace technique works, why flashcards and endless rereading fail while active recall sticks, how to build your very first Memory Palace using a simple A-to-Z method, how to apply it to AP exams and foreign languages, and why human memory still matters in an age of AI.This episode is especially useful for students preparing for AP exams or learning a language, parents tired of watching their kids cram and forget, and any lifelong learner who wants to remember what they study.📲 Connect with them: https://www.magneticmemorymethod.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@AnthonyMetivierMMM📲 Learn more about us: https://supportedtutoring.com/Facebook: Dr. Joe SebestyenInstagram: @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 49 - The - Godmother Of Silicon Valley: The 5 Things Every Successful Kid Needs - Esther Wojcicki

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe sits down with Esther Wojcicki—legendary educator, founder of the Palo Alto High School Media Arts Program, author of How to Raise Successful People, and the woman known as the "Godmother of Silicon Valley"—to unpack the parenting philosophy behind three of the most successful daughters in tech and science.Dr. Joe and Esther discuss what parents and educators need to understand about raising capable, independent kids, including her TRICK framework (Trust, Respect, Independence, Collaboration, and Kindness), why the pressure of grades is what actually drives kids to cheat and misuse AI, how she raised a YouTube CEO and a 23andMe founder by refusing to hover, why she pushes back on the "anxious generation" narrative around phones, and the single quality she believes matters most: kindness.This episode is especially useful for parents trying to raise independent kids, educators rethinking grades and collaboration, and anyone curious how one teacher's philosophy shaped a family of extraordinary achievers.📲 Connect with them: https://www.linkedin.com/in/estherwojcicki📲 Learn more about us: https://supportedtutoring.com/Facebook: Dr. JoeInstagram: @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 48 - Worldwide GRE Coach: The Test Prep Secret Companies Won't Teach - Greg Mat

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe sits down with Greg Mat, founder and lead instructor of GregMat and a specialist in the GRE and TOEFL, to break down how one former classroom teacher disrupted a multibillion-dollar test prep industry—and what that means for families trying to prep without wasting thousands of dollars.Dr. Joe and Greg discuss what students and parents need to understand about test prep, including why the industry is fundamentally broken, why "solve thousands of questions" is the most overrated advice out there, why students are bad at diagnosing their own weaknesses (and what to do instead), the right order to build skills—foundation before reasoning—and what parents consistently over- and under-think when it comes to prepping their kids.This episode is especially useful for students preparing for the GRE or TOEFL, parents trying to navigate test prep affordably, and anyone who suspects the traditional prep industry isn't serving them.📲 Connect with them: https://www.gregmat.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@gregmattesting📲 Learn more about us: https://supportedtutoring.com/Facebook: Dr. JoeInstagram: @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 47 - MathIsPower4U: How To Use AI To Learn Math (Not Cheat) - James Sousa

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe Sebestyen sits down with James Sousa, a 30-year mathematics professor, creator of Math Is Power 4 U, and a pioneer of the Open Education Resource movement with over 9,500 free instructional videos, to dismantle one of the most damaging myths in education: that some people just aren't "math people."Dr. Joe and James discuss what students and parents need to understand about learning math, including how he built a library of nearly 10,000 free videos, why letting students learn at their own pace changes everything, how to use AI as a real learning tool instead of a cheating shortcut, and his go-to method for making intimidating concepts—like just how big a billion really is—finally click.This episode is especially useful for students who've convinced themselves they're "bad at math," parents looking for free, high-quality math resources, and anyone who wants to approach STEM learning with more grit and less fear.📲 Connect with them: https://mathispower4u.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Mathispower4u📲 Learn more about us: https://supportedtutoring.com/Facebook: Dr. Joe SebestyenInstagram: @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 46 - Educational Leader: The Teaching Method That Lets You Work Less - Jon Corippo

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe Sebestyen sits down with Jon Corippo, a 22-year education veteran, co-author of EDU Protocols, and the man who's been inside over 1,000 classrooms and trained 70,000 teachers, to break down why teachers are burned out—and why blaming devices misses the point entirely.Dr. Joe and Jon discuss what educators need to understand about teaching efficiency, real-time feedback, and engagement, including why teaching methods haven't changed since the 1970s despite massive shifts in society, why devices aren't the villain (and why that narrative hurts teachers), how to give real-time feedback instead of grading papers all weekend, and what would happen if teachers approached their work like CrossFit coaches instead of traditional lecturers.This episode is especially useful for teachers feeling burned out, school administrators rethinking how to support their staff, parents who want to understand why their kid's teacher is exhausted, and anyone in education trying to work smarter instead of harder.📲 Connect with them: https://www.eduprotocolsplus.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joncorippo/📲 Learn more about us: https://supportedtutoring.com/Facebook: Dr. Joe SebestyenInstagram: @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 45 - Otus Co-Founder: The Skill Gap Quietly Sinking Your Kid's Grades - Chris Hull

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe sits down with Christopher Hull, co-founder and president of Otus—a K-12 platform supporting over 2.5 million students—and a former middle school teacher, to break down why schools collect more data on kids than ever yet still miss the ones who need help.Dr. Joe and Chris discuss what parents and educators need to understand about student data, including why the information lives in disconnected systems that don't talk to each other, how standards build on each other like a spiral staircase from one grade to the next, what AI can and can't do to give teachers back their time, and what parents should actually be tracking about their kid's learning.This episode is especially useful for parents trying to understand what their kid's school really knows, teachers and administrators navigating EdTech and data systems, and anyone curious about how AI is reshaping K-12 education.📲 Connect with them: https://otus.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OtusK12Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/chull9/📲 Learn more about us: https://supportedtutoring.com/Facebook: Dr. JoeInstagram: @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 44 - Special Ed Director: The Label On Your Kid Is Becoming Their Ceiling - Dr. Sheldon Eakins

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe sits down with Dr. Sheldon Eakins, a 15-year educator, former principal and special education director, and author of Leading Equity: Meaningful Classroom Management, to unpack the difference between equality and equity—and why treating every kid the same can quietly fail them.Dr. Joe and Dr. Sheldon discuss what parents and educators need to understand about equity in schools, including why equity (giving each kid what they need) is harder than equality (giving everyone the same thing), how the labels placed on students can become a ceiling on what's expected of them, why "I treat all my kids the same" breaks down the moment a student has an IEP, and how more advantaged families can use their access to advocate for others.This episode is especially useful for parents who want to understand how schools really serve—or underserve—their kids, families navigating special education and IEPs, and teachers and administrators rethinking how they set expectations for every student.📲 Connect with them: https://purposeful247.com/aboutYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@eakinsteachesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheldoneakins/📲 Learn more about us: https://supportedtutoring.com/Facebook: Dr. JoeInstagram: @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 43 - AP Biology: Stop Memorizing, Start Drawing - Susanna Heinze

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe Sebestyen sits down with Susanna Heinze, a 20-year science educator and creator of the Science with Susanna YouTube channel (148K+ subscribers, 10 million+ views), to break down why kids struggle in biology—and why it has nothing to do with how smart they are.Dr. Joe and Susanna discuss what students and families need to understand about learning science, including why memorizing fails on the AP Biology exam, how her "draw-along" method turns scattered facts into one connected story, why passive studying like rereading notes and making flashcards doesn't stick, and the biggest mistake students make when studying biology, anatomy, and physiology.This episode is especially useful for high school students taking AP Biology, pre-nursing and anatomy students, parents whose kids are struggling in science, and educators looking for an active, visual approach to teaching.📲 Connect with them: https://www.sciencewithsusanna.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@susannaheinze/videos📲 Learn more about us: https://supportedtutoring.com/Facebook: Dr. Joe SebestyenInstagram: @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Epsiode 42 - AI Education Author: How To Prepare Your Kid For A Workforce AI Is Rewriting - Jeff Utecht

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe Sebestyen sits down with Jeff Utecht, a 30-year educator, Bill & Melinda Gates grant recipient, and author of Humans Still Required who helped co-create Washington State's official AI guidance, to break down why the education system your kid is in was built for a world that no longer exists.Dr. Joe and Jeff discuss what parents and students need to understand about AI and the future of learning, including why banning AI in school fails the same way banning calculators did, why calling it "cheating" misses the point, what skills kids actually need for a workforce being rewritten by AI, and why a four-year degree no longer guarantees a job.This episode is especially useful for parents trying to make sense of AI in the classroom, high school students preparing for a changing workforce, teachers and administrators navigating AI policy, and families rethinking what really prepares a kid for the future.📲 Connect with them: https://www.jeffutecht.com/Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0sC3BM5ICcXfS87kwrYSdB?si=26a49d534b4c4f9e📲 Learn more about us: https://supportedtutoring.com/Facebook: Dr. Joe SebestyenInstagram: @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 41 - 25-Year Behavior Expert: Your Kid Isn't Misbehaving—They Lack The Skill - Kim Hopkins

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe Sebestyen sits down with Kim Hopkins, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and CPS trainer who has worked alongside Dr. Ross Greene at Lives in the Balance, to break down why the way we handle kids' behavior is backwards—and what actually works instead.Dr. Joe and Kim discuss what parents and educators need to understand about child behavior, including why "kids do well if they can" (not if they want to), why rewards and punishments fail to create real change, how to use collaborative problem-solving instead of detentions and consequences, and what's really happening when high-achieving kids start falling apart behaviorally.This episode is especially useful for parents of kids who melt down or shut down, teachers and administrators rethinking school discipline, families navigating anxiety and behavior challenges, and educators looking for a proven model to support struggling students.📲 Connect with them: https://livesinthebalance.org/Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6OZmuhFVCvSa8qhQk565DT?si=66a38afadf8346c9📲 Learn more about us: https://supportedtutoring.com/Facebook: Dr. Joe SebestyenInstagram: @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 40 - Study Skills Expert: Your Study Method Is Killing Your GPA - Gretchen Wegner

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe Sebestyen sits down with Gretchen Wegner, founder of the Anti-Boring Learning Lab and a former Fulbright Fellow, to break down why students say they study but bomb their tests—and what actually works instead.Dr. Joe and Gretchen discuss what students and families need to understand about how the brain actually learns, including why highlighting and rereading feel productive but don't stick, how the Study Cycle system makes learning anti-boring and effective, what executive function struggles look like post-pandemic, and why mental health directly impacts study skills.This episode is especially useful for high school students preparing for AP exams, SAT, and ACT, parents frustrated watching their kid "study" without results, pre-college students building independent learning skills, and educators and tutors looking for a science-backed framework to teach study strategy.📲 Connect with them: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gretchen-wegner/Anti-Boring Learning Lab: https://antiboringlearninglab.com/College Prep Podcast: https://collegepreppodcast.com/work-with-gretchen/📲 Learn more about us: https://supportedtutoring.com/Facebook: Dr. Joe SebestyenInstagram: @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Epsiode 39 - NYT Bestselling Author: PIRATE Framework That Hooks Any Classroom - Dave Burgess

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe Sebestyen sits down with Dave Burgess, bestselling author of Teach Like a Pirate and founder of Dave Burgess Consulting, to explain how a former street magician turned classroom teacher built a framework now used by hundreds of thousands of educators worldwide. Dr. Joe Sebestyen and Dave Burgess discuss what actually makes a classroom work, including the PIRATE acronym (Passion, Immersion, Rapport, Ask and Analyze, Transformation, Enthusiasm), why teachers don't need to be passionate about every topic, and the rubric mistake that sets teachers up for a career of feeling like failures. This episode is especially useful for new and veteran teachers looking to deepen student engagement, instructional coaches building professional development, school administrators rethinking what good teaching looks like, and parents trying to understand the difference between a popular teacher and a great one. 📲 Connect with them: https://daveburgess.com/Dave Burgess Consulting — https://www.daveburgessconsulting.com/The Dave Burgess Show - https://thedaveburgessshow.buzzsprout.com/📲 Learn more about us: https://supportedtutoring.com/Facebook: Dr. Joe SebestyenInstagram: @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 38 - World's #1 Hospital: MD vs PhD — Which Path Should Your Kid Actually Take? - Dr. Soulmaz

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe Sebestyen sits down with Dr. Soulmaz Boroumand, a Mayo Clinic scientist with a PhD in biomedical sciences from Durham University, to break down what a career in medicine actually looks like beyond just becoming a doctor.Dr. Joe Sebestyen and Dr. Boroumand discuss what students and families need to understand about medical careers, including the real differences between an MD, a PhD, and an MD-PhD path, why a GMP certification can open up pharmaceutical and device-industry careers that don't require a hospital or university, and the networking approach she used to stand out at a global stem cell summit. This episode is especially useful for high school students considering a medical career, parents trying to understand the difference between becoming a doctor and becoming a medical scientist, pre-med students weighing their options, and educators advising students through STEM pathways. 🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations on academic strategy, college prep, and the future of student success.📲 Connect with them: https://www.mayoclinic.org/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/soulmaz-boroumand-83aa9138/📲 Learn more about us: supportedtutoring.com, @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 37 - 14-Year SAT Reading Strategist: How to Go From a 600 to a 750 - Sol Lee

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe Sebestyen sits down with Sol Lee, University of Chicago graduate, founder of Increments, and a 14-year SAT and LSAT reading strategist, to explain why most students plateau on the SAT verbal section and how to break through. Dr. Joe Sebestyen and Sol Lee discuss what actually moves the needle on SAT and LSAT reading scores, including why the "look at A, B, C, D and eliminate" approach is the wrong way to read questions, how to predict the answer before looking at the choices, why students are better at reading than their own test-taking habits suggest, and how the panic spiral derails strong students on hard passages.This episode is especially useful for SAT students stuck in the 600s on reading and writing, parents trying to understand why their kid keeps plateauing, college-bound students preparing for the digital SAT, and tutors looking for a sharper reading methodology. 🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations on academic strategy, college prep, and the future of student success.📲 Connect with them: [email protected] reading resources: learn.increments.me📲 Learn more about us: supportedtutoring.com, @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 36 - AP Prep CEO: How 7 Million Students Doubled the AP Pass Rate - Amanda DoAmaral

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe Sebestyen sits down with Amanda DoAmaral, founder and CEO of Fiveable and a former AP teacher, to explain how a burned-out classroom teacher making less than her student loan payments built the largest AP prep platform in the country. Amanda shares how she left the classroom, moved back in with her mom, and started building content for her former students — and how that turned into a platform that has now helped over 7 million students hit pass rates nearly double the national average.Dr. Joe Sebestyen and Amanda DoAmaral discuss what actually moves the needle in AP prep, including the new AI-powered FRQ scoring tool that grades student writing against the real College Board rubric, why writing was the missing piece for years, and what most parents get wrong about preparing their kids for AP exams.This episode is especially useful for AP students preparing for exam season, parents trying to support their first AP student, high school teachers looking for tools that fit how students actually study, and educators interested in how AI is changing assessment. 🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations on academic strategy, college prep, and the future of student success.📲 Connect with them: https://www.fiveable.me/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThinkFiveable/videos📲 Learn more about us: supportedtutoring.com, @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 35 - LSAT Unplugged Founder: Going From 152 to 175 - Steve Schwartz

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe Sebestyen sits down with Steve Schwartz, Columbia grad, founder of LSAT Unplugged, and host of one of the top-ranked LSAT podcasts in the country, to explain what it actually takes to go from a below-average LSAT score to the top 1%. Steve shares his own story of raising his score from 152 to 175 in a single year, how that experience turned into a 20-year teaching career, and why he never ended up going to law school after all.Dr. Joe Sebestyen and Steve Schwartz discuss what separates students who beat the LSAT from the ones who don't, including why the LSAT is a skills test built on pattern recognition rather than memorization, why 2 to 6 months of focused prep beats cramming every time, and the deconstruction approach he uses to teach students to recognize argument structures on test day. This episode is especially useful for pre-law students preparing for the LSAT, undergraduates considering law school, career changers thinking about a legal career, and parents trying to understand how the law school admissions game actually works. Steve gives clear, practical advice — including the one thing he wishes he could tell his 150-scoring self — for anyone serious about getting into a top law school the right way.🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations on academic strategy, college prep, and the future of student success.📲 Connect with them: https://www.lsatunplugged.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@UnpluggedPrep/videosFree LSAT lesson: unpluggedprep.com/startFree LSAT cheat sheet: unpluggedprep.com/sheet📲 Learn more about us: supportedtutoring.com, @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 34 - UPenn Professor: Firm Goals, Flexible Means Framework That Reaches Every Learner - Dr. Katie Novak, Ed.d

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe Sebestyen sits down with Dr. Katie Novak, bestselling author of UDL Now!, former assistant superintendent, and one of the most widely followed voices in Universal Design for Learning, to explain why most schools are quietly built for a student who doesn't exist. Dr. Joe Sebestyen and Dr. Katie Novak discuss what schools, teachers, and families need to do differently, including the firm goals, flexible means framework at the heart of UDL, why doing well on tests is a skill that doesn't transfer to lifetime success unless it's braided with self-motivation and perseverance, and how to give every student multiple pathways to the same standard. Katie also explains why the United States tests kids more than any country in the world without better outcomes, why schools reward performance over growth, and why she keeps showing up even when only 5% of educators give her positive feedback.This episode is especially useful for school administrators rethinking how their system serves all learners, K-12 teachers building inclusive classrooms, instructional coaches scaling UDL across a building, and parents of kids who don't fit the mold the school was built around. Katie gives a clear, practical framework for replacing the mythical average learner with real ones — and finally building a system that meets kids where they actually are.🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations on academic strategy, college prep, and the future of student success.📲 Connect with them: https://www.novakeducation.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@NovakEducation📲 Learn more about us: supportedtutoring.com, @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 33 - Father of Flipped Classroom: Why AI Is Quietly Destroying Your Kid's Ability to Think - Jon Bergmann

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe Sebestyen sits down with Jon Bergmann, the father of the flipped classroom and one of the most influential voices in modern teaching, to explain how two teachers in the mountains of Colorado accidentally started a global movement — and why Jon now spends his days warning parents and educators that AI is quietly eroding the next generation's ability to think. Jon shares the origin story of the flipped classroom, the "rule of three" that makes video lectures three times more efficient than live ones, and why he believes flipped mastery is the second revolution that education is finally ready for.Dr. Joe Sebestyen and Jon Bergmann discuss what's actually working in classrooms right now, including the difference between students who use AI as a crutch and students who use it as a thought partner, the trebuchet project that forced his physics students to defend their work in a ten-minute oral interview, and why the cognitively hard work can no longer be sent home in an AI world. Jon also explains why critical thinking is measurably diminishing in adolescents, why banning AI in schools is the wrong answer, and why he tells parents that chemistry is supposed to be hard.This episode is especially useful for high school teachers rethinking their classroom model, science teachers navigating AI in lab work, instructional coaches building mastery-based systems, and parents worried about what AI is doing to their kid's ability to focus and think. Jon gives a clear, urgent framework for using AI without surrendering the cognitive development that turns adolescents into capable adults.🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations on academic strategy, college prep, and the future of student success.📲 Connect with them: https://www.jonbergmann.com/Podcast: https://reacheverystudent.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@JonBergmann1📲 Learn more about us: supportedtutoring.com, @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 32 - Master Physics Teacher: How to Prepare for AP Physics - Dan Fullerton

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe Sebestyen sits down with Dan Fullerton, NY State Master Physics Teacher, author of seven physics prep books, and founder of APlusPhysics.com, to explain how a microelectronics engineer who built semiconductors at Samsung and Kodak ended up teaching high school physics and pioneering an approach that flipped the traditional classroom on its head. Dr. Joe Sebestyen and Dan Fullerton break down what students and families actually need to succeed in AP Physics, including the real difference between AP Physics 1, 2, and C, why math is the language of physics but not the point of it, how to recover from a bad first quarter, and the free resources he recommends students use alongside textbooks. Dan also explains why 1:1 device rollouts haven't fixed learning, why "whoever does the work does the learning" should be every teacher's north star, and why grades are just a silly letter on a silly piece of paper.This episode is especially useful for students preparing for AP Physics, parents trying to understand which AP Physics course fits their kid, high school physics teachers rethinking their classroom model, and educators interested in flipped learning. Dan gives a clear, honest framework for building resilience, owning the struggle, and using physics as a way to learn how to learn anything.🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations on academic strategy, college prep, and the future of student success.📲 Connect with them: https://www.aplusphysics.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aplusphysics📲 Learn more about us: supportedtutoring.com, @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 31 - 34-Year Education Veteran: Research Showing When AI Makes Students Smarter vs. Dumber - Eric Curts

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe Sebestyen sits down with Eric Curts, a 34-year education veteran, Google for Education Certified Innovator, and creator of the Control Alt Achieve blog and EduGems prompt library, to explain what's really happening with AI in classrooms right now — and what most schools are getting wrong. Dr. Joe Sebestyen and Eric Curts walk through what actually works when students use AI, including the Wrestle, Wrap, Reflect framework that keeps AI from doing the thinking for kids, the MIT research showing that students who used AI from the start did worse than everyone but those who used their brains first and then added AI outperformed both groups, and how to redesign assignments so AI deepens learning instead of replacing it. Eric also explains how EduGems puts ready-to-use prompts into the hands of teachers and students for free, why AI could be the answer to the teacher shortage, and what parents who don't want their kid using AI are getting right and wrong.This episode is especially useful for K-12 teachers learning how to integrate AI without losing rigor, school administrators evaluating which AI tools to adopt, instructional coaches building AI policy, and parents worried about what AI is doing to their kid's learning. Eric gives a clear, evidence-based framework for using AI to stretch students, support new teachers, and make classrooms work better.🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations on academic strategy, college prep, and the future of student success.📲 Connect with them: http://www.ericcurts.com/2011/02/welcome-to-launch-page-for-all-things.htmlInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericcurts/?hl=enYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/ericcurtshttps://www.edugems.ai/EdTech Webinars: https://www.controlaltachieve.com/📲 Learn more about us: supportedtutoring.com, @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 30 - Google's Former Chief: The 7 Skills You'll Actually Need to Succeed in the AI Era - Jaime Casap

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe Sebestyen sits down with Jaime Casap, Google's former Chief Education Evangelist, to explain why a kid from Hell's Kitchen raised on welfare ended up putting technology into the hands of 130 million students and teachers worldwide — and why most schools have wasted that technology. Jaime shares the framework that made him one of the most quoted voices in education: stop asking kids what they want to be when they grow up, and start asking what problem they want to solve.Dr. Joe Sebestyen and Jaime Casap discuss what schools, parents, and educators are getting wrong right now, including why "learning loss" after the pandemic was the wrong conversation, why project-based learning has been hijacked into busy work, how Chromebooks and AI tools are being used to run the same broken model with shinier technology, and the seven skills Jamie believes every student needs for the future. Jamie also explains why AI taking white-collar jobs is actually good news for education, why your kid doesn't need to go to Harvard, and the danger of low expectations syndrome — especially when we put it on ourselves.This episode is especially useful for parents trying to think clearly about their kid's path to college and career, K-12 teachers rethinking how technology fits in the classroom, school administrators leading change without chasing trends, and instructional coaches who want a clearer framework for what schools should actually prepare students for. Jamie gives a practical, honest playbook for parents and educators who want to focus on the things that actually matter.🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations on academic strategy, college prep, and the future of student success.📲 Connect with them: jcasap.comInstagram: @jcasapX: @jcasapFacebook: facebook.com/casap📲 Learn more about us: supportedtutoring.com, @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 29 - Education Consultant: The #1 Mistake Parents Make With Their Kids' in Middle School - Dr. Desiree Alexander

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe Sebestyen sits down with Dr. Desiree Alexander, founder and CEO of Educator Alexander Consulting, Google Certified Innovator, and author of Ready to Be an Educational Leader, to explain what schools are getting right and wrong about technology, AI, and digital safety. Dr. Alexander shares the philosophy behind two decades of training educators — no fluff, no selling, just discussion — and why every tech adoption in a school should start with one simple question: why.Dr. Joe Sebestyen and Dr. Desiree Alexander discuss the realities families and educators are facing right now, including the biggest mistake parents make as kids hit middle school, how to talk to students about AI without pretending it isn't here, why "expert" is a label people throw around too easily, and the system behind her 92% first-time pass rate for aspiring principals taking the SLLA exam. Dr. Alexander also explains why she's optimistic about the resistance facing public education right now, and why students have more power online than they realize.This episode is especially useful for school administrators evaluating EdTech purchases, aspiring principals preparing for licensure exams, K-12 teachers navigating AI in the classroom, and parents trying to keep middle and high schoolers safe online. Dr. Alexander gives a clear, practical framework for asking better questions about technology and helping students take control of their own digital lives.📲 Connect with them: educatoralexander.comInstagram: @educatoralexanderFacebook: @EducatorAlexander📲 Learn more about us: supportedtutoring.com, @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 28 - TEPSA Director: Why Education Is Under Attack and How Teachers Survive It - Todd Nesloney

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe Sebestyen sits down with Todd Nesloney, former National Elementary Principal and Teacher of the Year, bestselling author, and Director of Culture and Strategic Leadership at TEPSA, to explain why most schools are working on the wrong problem. Todd shares how he went from classroom teacher to principal of a 90% free-and-reduced-lunch school overnight, and how a simple idea — that every human wants to feel seen, valued, and heard — became the foundation for turning a struggling campus into a nationally recognized model.Dr. Joe Sebestyen and Todd Nesloney discuss the practices that actually move the needle, including the Hats Off Cards initiative that transformed campus behavior with 22-second phone calls home, why culture work takes things off your plate instead of adding to them, and what authentic leadership looks like when you stop trying to project a plastic smile. Todd also explains why "remember your why" is some of the worst leadership advice circulating right now, why education is under attack on multiple fronts, and why he'd tell his first-year-principal self to shut up and listen more.This episode is especially useful for school principals, new and aspiring administrators, instructional coaches, and teachers trying to stay in the profession during a hard stretch. Todd gives a clear, honest framework for building school culture, supporting burnt-out staff, and remembering that the biggest changes usually happen in the quiet little moments.🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations on academic strategy, college prep, and the future of student success.📲 Connect with them: toddnesloney.comInstagram: @techninjatoddFacebook: @ToddNesloney📲 Learn more about us: supportedtutoring.com, @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 27 - History Prof.: Why AI Doesn't Belong in Your Classroom Yet - Tom Mullaney,

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe Sebestyen sits down with Tom Mullaney, PD consultant, and instructional coach, and creator of digital escape rooms, to explain why schools have spent the last decade chasing innovation for its own sake — and what classroom teachers should be doing instead. Tom shares how his work designing digital escape rooms grew out of trying to make social studies more engaging, and how a decade of coaching has made him more skeptical of EdTech, not less.Dr. Joe Sebestyen and Tom Mullaney discuss the practices and pitfalls shaping classrooms right now, including how to build a digital escape room, why "windows and mirrors" matter in social studies, and how to use technology to give students voice, choice, and opportunities to argue ideas. Tom also explains why generative AI is the most overrated EdTech trend, why K-12 has become the dumping ground for failed tech products like Chromebooks, and why an AI grading student essays is a waste of everyone's time.This episode is especially useful for social studies teachers, instructional coaches, school administrators evaluating EdTech purchases, and educators trying to think clearly about AI in the classroom. Tom delivers a clear, research-grounded framework for slowing down, looking at limits and harms first, and remembering that the mission is to educate children — not to be innovative.🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations on academic strategy, college prep, and the future of student success.📲 Connect with them: https://www.tommullaney.com/YouTube: @TomEMullaney📲 Learn more about us: supportedtutoring.com, @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 26 - Educ CEO: Why Schools Are Stuck in the 1900s - Eric Sheninger

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe Sebestyen sits down with Eric Sheninger, digital leadership expert and founder of Aspire Change, to explain why most schools are still preparing students for a world that no longer exists. Eric shares how a student calling school "a jail" flipped him from tech skeptic to digital leadership advocate, and shaped a philosophy built on small shifts, evidence over hype, and chasing growth, not perfection.Dr. Joe Sebestyen and Eric Sheninger discuss the shifts schools need to make, including the Seven Pillars of Digital Leadership, the Voice, Choice, Path, Pace, and Place framework for personalized learning, and the two questions every educator should ask before using any technology. Eric also explains why AI is the most overrated trend in EdTech, why handing students devices won't fix learning, and why pedagogy has to come before tools.This episode is especially useful for school administrators leading change, teachers rethinking tech integration, and district leaders preparing students for a future that keeps shifting. Eric gives a clear, practical framework for leading change with evidence and helping students build the skills they actually need.🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations on academic strategy, college prep, and the future of student success.📲 Connect with them Website: ericsheninger.com/aspire-change-eduericsheninger.comInstagram: @esheningerGet your own book now: amazon/Eric-C.-Sheninger📲 Learn more about us: supportedtutoring.com, @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 25 - AI Slop vs. Real Teaching: Why YouTube Is Misleading Students and What History Classrooms Need Instead | Jared Bruening, Daily Bell Ringer

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe Sebestyen sits down with Jared Bruening, history teacher and creator of the Daily Bell Ringer YouTube channel, to explain how he built one of the most-used classroom history resources in the country from a rural Illinois classroom. Jared shares how the frustration of searching for clean, classroom-ready videos pushed him to start making his own, and how his teaching is built on giving students the "flat history" first and letting them build their own conclusions.Dr. Joe Sebestyen and Jared Bruening discuss the practices that make history stick, including the bell ringer as a brain-reset between classes, sequential thinking as the foundation for AP-level work, and teaching history without political spin. Jared also explains why AI-generated "slop" is misleading students, why 1:1 device rollouts still haven't been figured out, and why practicing teachers build better resources than curriculum publishers.This episode is especially useful for history and social studies teachers, parents wondering whether history is being shortchanged in their kid's school, and educators preparing students for AP coursework. Jared points listeners to trusted free resources and gives a clear framework for separating real history from algorithm-driven content.🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations on academic strategy, college prep, and the future of student success.📲 Connect with themYoutube: youtube.com/@thedailybellringerInstagram: instagram.com/thedailybellringer📲 Learn more about us: supportedtutoring.com, @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 24 - AP Lang Exam Preparation: Writing, Rhetoric, and Real-World Skills | Beth Hall, AP Lang Expert

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe Sebestyen sits down with Beth Hall, AP Lang teacher, AP Reader, College Board consultant, and creator of Coach Hall Writes, to explain how students can prepare for AP Lang without wasting time on the wrong strategies. Beth shares how her coaching background shaped her teaching philosophy: cut the fluff, focus on fundamentals, and help students master the skills that actually show up on the exam.Dr. Joe Sebestyen and Beth Hall discuss the most important AP Lang skills, including academic writing voice, argument development, rhetorical analysis, synthesis, and using sources to support ideas instead of simply summarizing them. Beth also explains why AP Lang can be more rigorous than concurrent credit, how digital exams are changing preparation, and why students need to become more informed readers and citizens of the world.This episode is especially useful for students preparing for AP Lang, parents trying to understand the value of AP English Language, and educators supporting students through AP exam season. Beth gives a clear, practical framework for improving writing, building confidence, and using AP Lang as preparation for college, career, and life.🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations on academic strategy, college prep, and the future of student success.📲 Connect with them: coachhallwrites.comYoutube: @coachhallwritesInstagram: @coachhallwrites📲 Learn more about us: supportedtutoring.com, @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 23 - Why School Leadership Matters More Than Test Scores | Principal Baruti Kafele

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe Sebestyen sits down with Principal Baruti Kafele, Milken National Educator, NABSE Hall of Fame inductee, and bestselling author, to explore why school leadership is the driving force behind student success, school culture, and long-term educational transformation. With four decades of experience as a teacher, principal, speaker, and author, Principal Kafele shares how his journey from struggling student to nationally recognized education leader shaped his belief that every child has brilliance waiting to be unlocked.Dr. Joe Sebestyen and Principal Kafele discuss the difference between the achievement gap, opportunity gap, and what Kafele calls the “attitude gap”—the gap between students who have the will to achieve excellence and those who have not yet been convinced of their own potential. The conversation explores how principals and educators can transform school culture, speak life into students, build belief, strengthen instructional leadership, and stop relying on poverty, home life, or neighborhood challenges as excuses for school failure.This episode is especially valuable for parents, educators, school leaders, and families who want to understand what truly drives student achievement beyond grades and test scores. Whether navigating high school readiness, college preparation, school culture, or leadership development, Principal Kafele offers a powerful framework for helping students build confidence, purpose, and the mindset needed to succeed.🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations on academic strategy, college prep, and the future of student success.📲 Connect with them: principalkafele.com, facebook.com/principalkafele, instagram.com/principalkafele📲 Learn more about us: supportedtutoring.com, @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 22 - Cracking AP Biology with Insider Scoring Strategies | Tiffany Jones, AP Biology Teacher and AP Reader

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe Sebestyen sits down with AP Biology expert Tiffany Jones, creator of APBioPenguins, to break down what actually works on the AP Bio exam. From her experience grading and writing AP exams to building one of the most widely used AP Bio resources online, Tiffany shares insider strategies that most students never hear—including why traditional studying methods fail and how to approach the test like a grader.Tiffany dives into the biggest mistakes students make on free-response questions, how to use scoring guidelines to your advantage, and why understanding national averages matters more than perfection. She also reveals her proven classroom systems—from peer grading and weekly FRQ practice to long-term review strategies starting months before the exam—that consistently produce high scores. Along the way, she shares how she built her teaching approach from scratch, even “learning just one day ahead” of her students, and still delivered top-tier AP results.This episode is essential for AP Biology students, parents, and educators who want a smarter, more effective approach to exam prep without burnout. Whether you're aiming for a 5 or just trying to improve your score, this conversation gives you a clear, actionable roadmap grounded in real AP exam insights.🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations on academic strategy, college prep, and the future of student success.📲 Connect with them: apbiopenguins, @apbiopenguins📲 Learn more about us: supportedtutoring.com, @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 21 - Addressing Skill Gap: Ace AP Chemistry Exams | Abigail Giordano, Educator & Creator

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe Sebestyen sits down with Abigail Giordano, Chemistry instructor and creator of @GiordanoAPChemistry to uncover why traditional study methods are failing AP Chemistry students—and what to do instead. With one of the lowest pass rates of any AP exam, Abigail explains why success has less to do with how much content you know and more to do with how well you can apply it.They explore the gap between knowledge and execution, emphasizing how the AP exam measures application, analysis, and evaluation—not memorization. Abigail shares how overreliance on passive learning strategies like watching videos leads to poor performance, while focused practice on FRQs and core math skills creates measurable gains.Designed for students, parents, and educators, this episode provides a clear framework for approaching AP Chemistry with intention and strategy. If you're tired of studying harder without seeing results, this conversation will change how you prepare.🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations on academic strategy, college prep, and the future of student success.📲 Connect with them: @GiordanoAPChemistry📲 Learn more about us: supportedtutoring.com, @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 20 - The Confidence Gap: Human Error, AI, and the Future of Education | Faraz Ishaq, Senior Director at Cohesity

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe Sebestyen sits down with Faraz Ishaq, Senior Director of Advanced Services at Cohesity, to explore why the biggest vulnerabilities in modern systems are not technological, but human. Drawing from his experience in cybersecurity, data protection, and disaster recovery, Faraz shares how real-world failures often come down to lack of preparation, training, and confidence under pressure.Dr. Joe Sebestyen and Faraz Ishaq discuss the rise of ransomware attacks, data breaches, and cyber threats, particularly in high-risk environments like schools. The conversation introduces the concept of the “confidence gap,” where organizations fail not because systems are weak, but because people are not equipped to use them effectively. From crisis simulation to AI-driven security, the episode highlights how preparedness and human behavior determine outcomes in high-stakes situations.This episode is especially valuable for students, educators, and professionals navigating a rapidly changing world shaped by technology and AI. It offers a clear perspective on cyber resilience, decision-making under pressure, and how to better prepare for the future of education, careers, and digital security.🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations on academic strategy, college prep, and the future of student success.📲 Connect with them: https://www.linkedin.com/in/farazishaq/, Cohesity.com📲 Learn more about us: supportedtutoring.com, @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 19 - Designing Learning That Works in Modern Classrooms | Jason Kennedy, Author

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe Sebestyen sits down with Jason Kennedy, a 25-year educator, district curriculum director, instructional coach, and author of Let’s Quit Teaching – Designing Learning for All Classrooms, to explore how instructional design must evolve to meet the needs of today’s students. Jason shares insights from decades of experience across elementary through college education, focusing on what truly drives meaningful learning.Dr. Joe Sebestyen and Jason Kennedy discuss the limitations of traditional teaching models and why intentional design, not delivery, is the key to student success. From curriculum development to professional learning systems, the conversation highlights how educators can create environments that support deeper understanding, engagement, and long-term retention.This episode is especially valuable for educators, school leaders, and parents looking to rethink how learning happens. It offers a clear perspective on improving instruction, designing more effective classrooms, and creating systems that support all learners.🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations on academic strategy, college prep, and the future of student success.📲 Connect with them: https://letsquitteaching.com/📲 Learn more about us: supportedtutoring.com, @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 18 – ACT Prep That Actually Works: Faster Score Gains | Carson Weekley, Head ACT Coach at Boosted Brains

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe Sebestyen sits down with Carson Weekley, Head ACT Coach at Boosted Brains, to uncover the truth about ACT preparation and why most conventional approaches fall short. Carson reveals how students can significantly improve their scores in just a matter of weeks by focusing on high-impact strategies rather than time-intensive study routines.Carson shares a results-driven framework focused on precision, strategy, and efficiency rather than brute-force studying. The conversation highlights common mistakes students make, including over-practicing without feedback, misunderstanding test patterns, and failing to optimize timing. Carson also explains how targeted interventions, data analysis, and test-specific techniques can dramatically accelerate score improvement in a short timeframe.This episode is essential for high school students, parents, and educators navigating the college admissions process. Listeners will gain actionable insights into maximizing ACT performance, avoiding costly prep mistakes, and implementing smarter, faster strategies to achieve competitive scores.🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations on academic strategy, college prep, and the future of student success.📲 Connect with Carson: boostedbrains36.com, @boostedbrains36📲 Learn more about us: supportedtutoring.com, @dr_joe_ap_exams Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 17 – Standing Out in Competitive College Admissions | Patrick Choi, CEO of KYO Standard

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe Sebestyen sits down with Patrick Choi, Founder and CEO of KYO Standard, a San Diego-based test preparation company, to explore why many high-achieving students still fail to stand out in competitive college admissions. Patrick explains how lack of focus, weak positioning, and unclear direction can limit even the strongest applicants.Dr. Joe Sebestyen and Patrick Choi discuss common pitfalls, admissions strategy, extracurricular positioning, and the role of personal storytelling in shaping a compelling application. The conversation focuses on practical ways students can differentiate themselves beyond grades and test scores.This episode is ideal for students and families looking to strengthen their college applications, understand what top schools prioritize, and gain a clearer edge in the admissions process.Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 16 – Anna Klinger on Perfect SAT Scores, Test Prep Strategy, and Cracking the College Admissions Code

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe Sebestyen sits down with Anna Klinger, a UC Berkeley PhD student and perfect 1600 SAT scorer, to break down what it really takes to achieve top SAT scores and stand out in today’s competitive college admissions landscape. Anna shares how she approached the test strategically and why most students rely on inefficient study methods that limit their results.Dr. Joe Sebestyen and Anna Klinger explore the psychology of high performance, the inefficiencies in traditional test prep, and how the digital SAT is reshaping the competitive landscape for students. From time management and pattern recognition to strategic studying and avoiding costly prep programs, this conversation reveals what actually works when aiming for top-tier scores and competitive college placement. The discussion also highlights how self-directed learning, access to the right resources, and understanding the structure of the test can dramatically improve outcomes.This episode is especially valuable for students, parents, and educators looking for effective SAT prep strategies, stronger academic performance, and a smarter path to college admissions success.Free SAT resources mentioned in this episode:Khan Academy: https://www.khanacademy.org/test-prep/satCollege Board Bluebook (Digital SAT Practice): https://bluebook.collegeboard.org/SAT Subreddit (r/SAT): https://www.reddit.com/r/Sat/Desmos Calculator (Digital SAT tool): https://www.desmos.com/calculatorAnna’s Universe (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/@annas-universeThanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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    Episode 15 – Evan Roberts on AP Calculus Readiness, Math Anxiety, and Why Review Must Start Early

    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the SupportED Learning Podcast, Dr. Joe Sebestyen sits down with Evan Roberts to explore why so many students struggle in AP Calculus and what actually helps them build confidence and mastery in advanced math. Evan shares insights from his work as the founder of Math Made Simple Tutoring, where he specializes in AP calculus, AP statistics, SAT and ACT math prep, and helping students reduce math anxiety through better teaching, responsive feedback, and consistent support.Dr. Joe Sebestyen and Evan Roberts discuss the structural gaps that hold students back in higher-level math, especially weak algebra foundations, delayed cumulative review, and a school system that often prioritizes pacing over genuine understanding. They also unpack the pressure many families feel around STEM pathways, college readiness, grades, and AP exam performance, while explaining why exposure to rigorous content matters more than chasing status or rushing ahead too quickly.The conversation also examines how AI is affecting math education, how students use tools like PhotoMath and ChatGPT, and why coaching, accountability, and human connection still matter. From inquiry-based learning and group problem solving to realistic AP exam preparation timelines, this episode offers practical guidance for parents, students, and educators who want a more thoughtful approach to success in math.Thanks for tuning in to the SupportED Learning Podcast with Dr. Joe. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe for more insights on education, critical thinking, and AI integration in learning. Visit our website at supportedtutoring.comRemember to share this podcast with fellow parents and educators who are passionate about reimagining education for tomorrow's world. Until next time, keep supporting learning! 

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