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"It doesn't matter where we start, we're just at the right place, just like bamboo"

Dr. Benjamin Freud is the Head of Upper School at Green School, Bali, where he is responsible for guiding and enriching the Middle and High School learning programme in line with Green School’s holistic and sustainability-centered educational philosophy, as well as providing leadership and day-to-day management of the Upper School learning neighborhood faculty and staff. 

Benjamin is also the Co-Founder of Coconut Thinking, an advisory that supports schools and learning organizations to co-create, co-develop, co-stress test, and co-implement ideas that nurture the conditions for emergent learning. Coconut Thinking believes that learning reaches its highest quality when it contributes to the thriving bio-collective—every living thing that has an interest in the healthfulness of the planet.

Prior to joining Green School Bali, Benjamin served as the Whole School Director of Learning for Prem Tinsulanonda International School in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Before Prem, Benjamin worked at schools in Saudi Arabia and Hong Kong managing day-to-day operations, developing curriculum, teaching and nurturing an entrepreneurial spirit in his learners. 

Born in Paris, France, Benjamin moved to the United States when he was 15 years old. As an adult, he has spent time in various countries including the UK, Japan, Singapore, Hong Kong, Saudi Arabia and, most recently, Thailand. He began his career in the late 1990’s as a consultant for internet start-ups in Silicon Valley, working with individuals who aimed to change the world. The experience had a profound impact on his outlook regarding the power of education, innovation and entrepreneurship to have a positive impact on people and the planet. 

Benjamin holds a Ph.D. in History, an MSc in Education, an MBA and an MA in International Relations along with postgraduate degrees in Leadership and Innovation and Design Thinking.

Linkedin: 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminfreudutm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app

Green School Bali: 

https://www.greenschool.org/

Coconut Thinking: 

https://coconut-thinking.com/podcasts/

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{ Passion will make you fall in love with learning } We had a conversation with Christopher Pommerening, Founder and CEO of Barcelona-based Learnlife. 

The interview started with us having some technical errors, and we apologised about that. What Christopher said smiling and welcoming afterwards truly says something about him as a person and his way of teaching and learning. Something like: Don’t apologise. These things happen when we try new things, then we learn from things. -A true growth  mindset person! The conversation continued in a relaxed way instead of us feeling stressed about a technical bump in our new careers as podcast hosts! 

His incredibly friendly, open-minded approach to life and learning shines through the whole interview. 

We unboxed his views on: 
☀️life-centred learning and school
☀️authentic challenges
☀️passion
☀️community
☀️inclusive education ….and of course 
☀️life and learning at Learnlife. 

Christopher is a dynamic storyteller and you may want to bring a notebook to the table while listening. 

We have this one life,  as Christopher said! 

We agree 🩵🩵

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Welcome to the future classroom of Alex More! Alex is a passionate facilitator of learning, inspired by people and ideas, dedicated to transforming the learning landscape through cutting-edge strategies and technologies. 

Hear what he means with ‘warm technology ‘, and how student advocacy is boosted through the TedX Youth events organised in Shaftesbury, UK.  

Alex’s “Future Classroom” was shortlisted for Hundred, and while he was at the Helsinki conference something new emerged! Hear him out! 

Tune in to hear the inspiring stories and insights, from a great storyteller, Alex More. 

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Welcome to the unboxED podcast! 

Today, we are thrilled to share that we interviewed the incredible Olli-Pekka Heinonen, Director General of the International Baccalaureate. His calm, balanced, and reflective leadership left us starstruck. 

In our conversation, we explored essential topics such as youth well-being, digital literacy, the futures of education, and the concept of a classroom without walls. We also explored project-based learning for MYP and DP, governance and school leadership, connection and community, and the importance of relevance and purpose for young learners. 

Check out this visionary episode where Olli-Pekka Heinonen hold us accountable that we have this one life to live!

LinkedIn: Olli-Pekka Heinonen
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Your hosts,

Emily Åman & Yvette Larsson

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Step into the future of education with our latest episode of unboxED! 

Join us as we sit down with Saana Azzam, the dynamic CEO and Chief Inspirational Officer, who is not only shaping the future but redefining it. Saana, a TED Talk speaker and founder of MENA Speakers, brings a unique perspective to the table. 

From her journey as a Palestinian refugee to her prestigious education at the Stockholm School of Economics, Saana's story is one of resilience, determination, and empowerment.

In this episode, we listen to Saana's insights on the intersection of education and empowerment.

Don't miss this episode as we unpack the future of education with Saana Azzam, a visionary leader committed to making a difference. 

Learn more about Saana Azzam here:
https://mena-speakers.com/
https://saanaazzam.com/ 
https://experts.market/talents/saana-azzam-1
https://www.akademibokhandeln.se/bok/leading-speakers/9789948366119
https://www.entrepreneur.com/en-ae/author/saana-azzam

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Dimitrij Aleshkov

Join us as we explore Dimitrijs inspiring journey as an entrepreneur, activist and ninja! Tune in to uncover his bold ideas for education innovation.

You can see Dimitrij at some of these places : 

Måndagsrörelsen for Ukraine - activism, Hockey and Scouts as a devoted Dad, Coding at Mindpark, Helsingborg.  

You can often find him at Hetch,  engaging in entrepreneurship  and at Helsingborg Makerspace. 

Just wow! He is asking the question; “Are you a wannapreneur or an entrepreneur?”

Find out what he means by saying he is a NINJA!

Get in contact with Dimitrij on LinkedIn. 

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unboxED podcast - a podcast that will crush boundaries, unbox a world of learning innovation, and inspiration in education. One conversation at the time.  In this episode you will meet the hosts, Emily Åman and Yvette Larsson.