Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Sharon Leino, author of the book series, "Adventures in Lusair," about how to encourage students (and others) to problem solve by using their imaginations. They discuss several experiences that students are likely to have and ways to deal with the emotions they will face.

Kevin Boston-Hill has an in-depth conversation with the Chair of Africana Studies at Nassau Community College and author of the book, "Black to the Roots - Reggae's Rise, Downpression and Reascension", Dr. R.A. Ptahsen-Shabazz, about how people of color have been influenced by the mainstream and how they have influenced everything from music to education to politics.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Secretary of NYS Commissioner's Advisory Panel for Special Education and Founder & CEO of S.T.I.G.M.A. Consulting Group, Dr. Danielle Williams, about the importance of eliminating the stigma surrounding children with disabilities. Dr. Williams shares some tips and strategies to help all students, not just those with special needs, to be successful academically, socially, and emotionally.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with nationally recognized library technology consultant and best-selling author, Nick Tanzi, about the evolution of the library system from card catalogues to Artificial Intelligence. It is important to note that libraries do more than just lend out books. They are truly a hub of information within the community.

As debate regarding Artificial Intelligence and Chatbots increases, Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with award-winning educational advocate and CEO of the educational publishing company, Academic Innovations, Mindy Bingham, about why teachers, parents, and caregivers need to be aware of technology like ChatGPT and other AI software. Ms. Bingham cautions, “Imagine what your life would be like if a machine does this for you, and you never get the opportunity to stretch your thinking and apply basic knowledge to common problems. What would society be like if within one generation we don’t have people with the experience to solve the problems we face.”

Kevin Boston-Hill and EdWeek journalist Madeline Will explore the ways in which schools can develop a culture of mentorship to support students who struggle academically and adults who wish to more effectively help their students. They discuss how mentorship can be another Academic Intervention Service.

Kevin Boston-Hill has an in-depth conversation with Jill Barshay, Senior Reporter at The Hechinger Report, about the impact of High Dosage Tutoring and Virtual Tutoring on our students and those who provide the service.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Dr. Christopher Grobe, English professor and English Chair at Amherst College, about the use of artificial intelligence in education. They discuss the pros and cons as well as how tools like ChatGPT can be used to help develop critical thinkers.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with Dr. Jo Lein about how effective and important instructional coaching is to teacher practice. Just as teachers need support and training, coaches need support and training as well.

Kevin Boston-Hill speaks with the Editorial Director of Educational Resources at Workman Publishing, Karen Edwards, about the 30-year success of the educational resource, Brain Quest, and how it supports the educational development of students from birth to high school.