On this episode of Design Cast I had the awesome chance to chat with Dr. Sabba Quidwai.  Sabba believes that cultures of innovation begin with a culture of empathy. She works with leaders to integrate design thinking practices that encourage creativity, recognize accomplishments, build trust and inspire a collective vision. In 2018, the World Economic Forum identified Leadership and Social Influence as a trending skill. Sabba shares how building social influence across social media platforms can empower leaders as role models for the beliefs and values they want to see others adopt as they believe that their audience is able to rise to the occasion.

As a graduate of the Global Executive EdD program at the University of Southern California, Sabba’s research focus is how design thinking can prepare individuals with the mindset and skills to thrive in a rapidly changing world. Her work is driven by a quote from William Gibson, "The future is here. It just isn't evenly distributed."

Sabba hosts a podcast, “Sprint to Success with Design Thinking,” where she interviews researchers and practitioners about their stories and strategies for navigating change with design thinking and thriving in today’s world.

Remember to check the show notes to find out more about how to contact her...

Now, sit back, relax and enjoy this chat with Dr. Sabba Quidwai!

Contact Sabba at:

Twitter: @askmsq

Instagram: Askmsq

Website: askmsq.com

On this episode of Design Cast I had the awesome chance to chat with Dr. Mark Mahoney.  Mark is an Associate Professor of Technology and Applied Design and Chair of the Technology & Applied Design Department At Berea College.  He participated in the Fulbright Program as part of his sabbatical a few years ago.  He chose to work in China with Nanjing Normal University at the newly developed ITEEA China Center.  We talk about working in China and how to deal with reentry into life at home after a life-changing experience!

Remember to check the show notes to find out more about how to contact him...

Now, sit back, relax and enjoy this chat with Dr. Mark Mahoney!

Contact Mark at: [email protected]

On this episode of Design Cast I had the awesome chance to chat with Michael Cohen.  Michael, aka ‘The Tech Rabbi’, is the Director of Innovation at Yeshiva University High Schools in Los Angeles.  He is also the founder of letsdubbleup.com.  Dubble Up’s mission is to “prepare teens with the skills today to stand out and showcase their unique ideas and strengths to their top university, dream company or the spirit to start their own.”  Our conversation is really lively and filled with great insight, so I am sure that you will enjoy it!

Remember to check the show notes to find out more about how to contact him...

Now, sit back, relax and enjoy this chat with Michael Cohen!

Contact Michael at: thetechrabbi on all of the major social media channels.

On this episode of Design Cast I had the absolute honor of speaking with John Zobrist. John is the K-12 Head of Innovation at UWCSEA - East Campus, Singapore and brings more than two decades of experience nurturing student innovators to identify social, environmental and economic problems and apply design thinking and creative concepts to improve individuals and communities.  We had a great time talking about his journey into education and what his vision is for the future of his newest role!  I am confident that you will enjoy listening to what he has to say!  Remember to check the show notes to find out more about how to contact him...

Now, sit back, relax and enjoy this chat with John!

Contact John at:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-zobrist-4b37251b9/

Email: [email protected]

https://www.uwcsea.edu.sg/perspectives-collections/pov-author-page-posts/john-zobrist

On this episode of Design Cast I had the pleasure of talking with Phil Cotton. Phil is a Design and Technology Teacher, and Founder of Learnbylayers.  Learnbylayers is an online resource for all of the things an educator might need to design and deliver a 3D printing curriculum in their classroom.  Phil and I had a great time chatting about how his business started, how he has had to adjust during the current global situation to meet the needs of his customers and what his vision is for Learnbylayers!  I am sure that you will enjoy this episode!  Check out the show notes for links to the resources that Phil shares.

Now, sit back, relax and enjoy this chat with Phil Cotton!

Follow Phil on Twitter:

@learnbylayers3d

IG: learnbylayers

LinkedIn

Learnbylayers Website

On this episode of Design Cast I had the awesome opportunity to chat with my friend Chris Stephenson. Chris is an MYP Development Consultant with Toddle, and “Lead Learner” and Founder of Atlantic Isle Consulting.  We have a great discussion about how being able to ‘pivot’ is important now more than ever.  Chris has had many chances to do just that.  We recorded this episode as the weather was changing where I live so my allergies were in full swing, so please forgive my congestion!

Enough of me talking!  Now, sit back, relax and enjoy this chat with Chris!

Follow Chris on Twitter:

@geographywee

www.toddleapp.com & www.atlanticisle.com

On this episode of Design Cast I was honored to jam out with my friend Mike Bycraft. Mike is Head of Design and Innovation for grades 6-12 at Korea International School.  He has done so much in his career to advance the mission of ‘design education’ from speaking at regional events to writing articles for well known publications.  You can find out all about this on this website that is listed in the show notes.  We had a blast talking about the journey that he has taken to get to his current position as well as what he sees as the next steps for the program at KIS.  I am confident that you will find Mike’s passion infectious!

This is the season four premiere of Design Cast!  There will be new episodes weekly so please send me your thoughts and ideas for future topics!  Thank you for your continued support and feedback!

If you are enjoying this podcast, please leave a review.  This helps the podcast get discovered by listeners that might not find it otherwise. It also helps me to continually define the direction of future guests and episodes!  Feel free to drop by my website www.jasonreagin.ga to leave me a comment or sign up to be considered as a guest for future episodes.  Also, don’t forget to stop by Anchor and leave me a voice clip that could end up in an upcoming show!

Now, sit back, relax and enjoy this chat with Mike Bycraft!

Follow Mike on Twitter:

@mabycraft

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On this episode of Design Cast I was delighted to speak with Dr. Ashley Gess. Dr. Gess is an Assistant Professor of STEAM education at Augusta University in Augusta, Georgia.  Her passion for STEAM education is contagious and it was very enjoyable to hear about her journey into education.  Dr. Gess has been instrumental in founding the STEAMIFY competition at Augusta University.  I feel you will really find her discussion of ‘integrative’ STEM & STEAM very insightful!  You will also hear about her podcast!

This is the season three finale of Design Cast.  Stay tuned in mid Jan 2021 for the season 4 kick off with new episodes!  Thank you for your continued support and feedback!

If you are enjoying this podcast, please leave a review.  This helps the podcast get discovered by listeners that might not find it otherwise. It also helps me to continually define the direction of future guests and episodes!

Now, sit back, relax and enjoy this chat with Dr. Ashley Gess!

Follow Dr. Gess on Twitter:

@isteamprof

Websites:

https://www.augusta.edu/faculty/directory/view.php?id=AGESS

https://www.augusta.edu/education/community-outreach/steamify/

https://www.augusta.edu/education/community-outreach/room366/

Email:

[email protected]

On this episode of Design Cast I had the opportunity to speak with Cecil Mack. Cecil is a Technology Innovation Coach at UNIS in Hanoi, Vietnam.  We talk about a whole host of different topics from his love of learning new things to livestreaming ducklings!  I know that you will enjoy listening to his journey into education and what he is involved with now at his current school.

It is episode #40!  What an amazing year for this podcast in a year that has seen a lot of ups and downs, but mostly downs.  Thank you for your continued support and feedback!

Please subscribe, rate, and share this podcast. If you have ideas for future episodes or would like to be a guest, please reach out through my website www.jasonreagin.ga as there is a contact form on the website.

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Now, sit back, relax and enjoy my chat with Cecil Mack!

Follow Cecil on Twitter: @cecilwmack