How does a molecular biologist-turned-middle school teacher end up shaping national education policy from inside the Obama White House? In this episode, Steve Robinson—a former university professor, public school teacher, and White House education advisor—walks us through his untraditional journey into education and his evolving belief that every teacher deserves ongoing support.

In this episode, Dyane Smokorowski shares how Wichita Public Schools is using AI to transform professional learning and instructional design. She offers practical ways to support educators while keeping pedagogy, equity, and curiosity at the center.