Ready to bring a critical lens to your concept of 'niceness'?

"In The Price of Nice, scholars explore Niceness in educational spaces to highlight how this seemingly benign quality reinforces structural inequalities. The chapters show that Niceness functions both as a shield to save educators from having to do the hard work of dismantling inequity and as a disciplining agent for those who attempt or even consider disrupting structures of dominance."

On this episode we sit down with the editor of that collection: Dr. Angelina E. Castagno to discuss some of the learning in The Price of Nice

Ready to learn more about our guest and their work?

Just Perspective, LLC:

https://justperspectivellc.com/index.html

Educated in Whiteness (first book):

https://www.upress.umn.edu/book-division/books/educated-in-whiteness

Special Issue (opportunity for you and others to publish on this topic!):

https://www.mdpi.com/journal/education/specialissues/WZ65BKG&RC 

In this episode we debrief the Katbot experiment to date and talk about Katbot's new reality: she has her very own phone number!

Our hosts consider the transformative potential of digital twins in enhancing self-awareness, empathy, and innovative problem-solving. The speakers explore how engaging with AI can provide insights into personal identity and communication, while also addressing the ethical implications of such technology. They discuss the importance of critical thinking and creativity in education, the role of digital twins as assistive technology, and the need for educators to curate meaningful learning experiences. 

Connect with Tricia and Kathleen via www.unhingedcollaboration.com

We also are excited to tell you more about:

Becoming a Digital Storyteller: a 4-week online course designed to equip you to be a storytelling, advocacy, and active global citizenship coach for your students. It's also designed to support you in designing innovative, process- and project-based assessments that are rooted in deep listening and human connection. PreK-12 students love creating digital products that have purpose and that can become part of local and global conversations about how we care for ourselves, others, and the planet. Interested? Join LeeAnne's next "Becoming a Digital Storyteller" cohort by Friday, October 4th! The course involves four asynchronous online modules and two Zoom calls with a cohort of like-minded educators. If you have questions, please email LeeAnne at leeanne@leeannelavender.com. 

Our guest, Dr. Ruth Gotian talks about her research and many experiences working as a mentor with others. We explore what she's come to understand about building teams, finding our passions, and seeing our own value when approaching networking.

Learn more about Dr. Gotain by clicking here.

Dr. Ruth Gotian is the Chief Learning Officer and Assistant Professor of Education in Anesthesiology and former Assistant Dean of Mentoring and Executive Director of the Mentoring Academy at Weill Cornell Medicine. She has been hailed by the journal Nature and Columbia University as an expert in mentoring and leadership development and is currently a contributor to Forbes and Psychology Today where she writes about ‘optimizing success’. She also has a weekly show and podcast by the same name where she gathers high achievers to talk about their journey to success. In 2021, she was one of 30 people worldwide to be named to the Thinkers50 Radar List, dubbed the Oscars of management thinking and is a semi-finalist for the Forbes 50 Over 50 list.

Reference in this episode:

Dr. Gotian's LinkedIN Learning Course

Available here

Find Dr. Gotian's passion audit and other resources

Available here

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Learn more about the announcement from NEASC:

www.neasc.org/careers

Welcome to the Unhinged Collaboration Podcast!

We look forward to bringing you two conversations each month.

Want to reach out to us with questions?

Check us out on Twitter:

https://twitter.com/unhingedcollab

In this riveting episode, we sit down with the co-host of the groundbreaking podcast, ‘Bot Love’ Anna Oakes. The show has taken the podcasting world by storm, delving deep into the intertwining realms of love, human relationships, and the influence of AI-driven chatbots. But what's the story behind 'Bot Love'? Our guest takes us on a journey back to the podcast's inception, sharing the unexpected twists and revelations they faced while hosting the show.

The conversation takes a reflective turn as we discuss the nature of human-AI connection and the profound questions the show raises. Does AI companionship truly put us more in touch with our humanity? Or does it blur the lines of genuine human connection? Our guest opens up about the lingering questions they grappled with after their deep-dive research for the show.

As a seasoned journalist, our guest sheds light on the future of AI in the media. Where should our collective curiosity about AI lead us? And what are the gaps and nuances in AI coverage that often go unnoticed? Tune in for an enlightening discussion that pushes the boundaries of technology, love, and self-reflection.

Learn more about Bot Love:

https://radiotopiapresents.fm/bot-love

Learn more about our guest:

Anna Oakes is an audio producer and journalist. She got her start in audio at Heritage Radio Network, producing English and Spanish stories on food politics, immigration, and labor in New York. Anna worked previously in Madrid, at Revista Contexto, La Marea, and the Association for the Recuperation of Historical Memory, where she reported on colonial legacies and the Franco dictatorship. She is a graduate of Wesleyan University and has an MPhil from the University of Cambridge in Spanish and Comparative Literature. She’s currently an associate editor at Hark Audio. You can find her on Twitter @a_lkoakes.

On this episode we talk about the concept of vulnerability as it applies to collaboration. We problematize the way that concept has been presented in learning organizations. Our special guest for this episode is Ryan Persaud.

Learn more about the resources mentioned on the episode at UnhingedCollaboration.com

Follow Ryan on Social Media:

Twitter

LinkedIN

In this conversation, Justin discusses his work at the intersection of AI, behavioral design, and education. He emphasizes the importance of understanding barriers to learning and how AI can support reasoning and decision-making. The discussion explores the differences between behavioral design and learning design, the role of scaffolding in education, and the potential of AI to make learning more accessible. Justin shares insights from his experiences with a nonprofit focused on digital skills and highlights the significance of creating conditions for effective learning outcomes. The conversation concludes with reflections on the future of education and the importance of imagination in learning.

Ready to learn more about Justin Germishuys?

https://www.linkedin.com/in/justingerm/

https://germinotion.com/

On this week is special guest Maliha Iqbal.

Maliha Iqbal is a consultant for international schools. She has extensive experience as a classroom teacher, particularly early childhood, as well as experience as an instructional coach for PreK through 5 in all curricular areas. Maliha is a math specialist (MSIS), trained for the implementation of the new science standards (NGSS), has done extensive work in training teams for C3 social studies framework, and has advanced training in Cognitive Coaching as well as Responsive Classroom and Social and Emotional Learning (SEL). She strongly believes in the Reggio Emilia philosophy and the role of the environment designed to be not only functional but also beautiful and reflective of a child’s learning.

Her favorite aspect of her role as an instructional coach and consultant is being involved in collaboration between teachers and administrators to further learning and better instruct students. We talk about her work with The Reggio Emilia philosophy, which emphasizes the environment as an educator, with intentional and purposeful design to support children's learning. Maliha reminds us that educators need to unlearn traditional practices and trust children with responsibility.

The conversation explores the impact of intentional design on learning spaces, emphasizing the importance of creating warm, inviting, and functional environments. We also discuss the significance of slowing down the learning process, extending learning beyond the classroom, and the value of decluttering and sustainability.

Ready to connect with our guest? https://malihaiqbal.com/maliha-iqbal/

Reach out to us to tell us more about your hopes for our next season: https://unhingedcollaboration.com/

This is the episode of summer reflection for Kathleen and Tricia (and...Katbot). They also discuss their summer workouts and favorite foods. Kathleen shares her daily walks and encounters with a friendly dog, while Tricia talks about her gardening and experimenting with tofu marinades. They also discuss their pre-talk rituals, with Kathleen reframing anxiety as excitement and focusing on storytelling, and Tricia emphasizing the importance of connecting with the audience through stories.

Here are the many many resources they discuss:

Robots and the People Who Love Them

https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250122209/robotsandthepeoplewholovethem

Miley Cyrus - "The Climb": 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NG2zyeVRcbs

Mary Oliver - "Felicity":

https://lambdaliterary.org/2016/04/felicity-by-mary-oliver/

Kristin Hannah - "The Women": 

https://kristinhannah.com/books/the-women/

Chappell Roan - "Red Wine Supernova (Tiny Desk Concert)": 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w4WiXKGCJhg

Explaining the ‘It’s Shark Week” comment

https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/how-gov-gretchen-whitmer-is-leading-during-a-really/id1643307527?i=1000661886267

John Bates - Executive Speaking Success: Kathleen credits John Bates for his speaking advice. 

https://johnbates.com/

Thich Nhat Hanh - "Every Step": 

https://www.parallax.org/product/peace-is-every-step/

Have a question about Katbot?

tricia@shiftingschools.com

In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative power of mindful leadership and its potential to humanize AI in education. As technology continues to reshape classrooms and learning environments, how can educators and leaders ensure AI remains a tool for connection, equity, and ethical progress? Join us as we explore actionable strategies for balancing innovation with humanity, drawing insights from the intersection of mindfulness practices, leadership, and generative AI. Whether you're an educator, school leader, or tech enthusiast, this conversation will inspire you to rethink how AI can enhance—not replace—the human touch in education.

Meet this week's incredible guest and connect with her on LinkedIN

Dr. Dayamudra Dennehy

You can explore that book here.

Learn more about Dr. Brothers here.

Arjun Subramonian is a Computer Science PhD student at UCLA with Prof. Yizhou Sun and Prof. Kai-Wei Chang. My research focuses on inclusive graph machine learning and natural language processing, including fairness, justice, and ethics.

Ready to learn more about them?

Check out more links about Arjun's work

Twitter: @arjunsubgraph

 Queer in AI paper

 Queer in AI National AI Advisory Committee briefing

Also mentioned at the beginning of the episode learn more about AIELOC's upcoming event:

https://aieloc.org/conference/

On this final episode of season one we grapple with an AMAZING question from a listener:

"How do we lead up?"

Resources discussed in the episode:

Persuasion: Part 1 an episode of the Hidden Brain Podcast

The Art of Gathering by Priya Parker

The Wisdom of Your Body

Holding Change

Join us for a summer of play with Replika, learn more about it here.

Watch our for Season 2 starting this coming September

On this episode of the podcast Deb Mashek, PhD and Kathleen discuss some of this insight inside Dr. Mashek's book:  Collabor(h)ate: How to build incredible collaborative relationships at work (even if you’d rather work alone) 

Also discussed in this episode is the Mashek Matrix which can be found here.

To learn more about Dr. Mashek, please check out

www.myco.consulting

www.debmashek.com

or connect with her on LInkedIN

On this episode we learn from a panel of students who make up a Social Justice committee.

This group share their insight, wisdom, and sound advice on ways to cultivate trust and think about change collectively.

Click here to learn about their Black History Month celebrations and plan.

Visit their website by clicking here.

Explore their Zines here.

To learn more about the Unhinged Collaboration podcast and to send us your thoughts on this conversation visit www.unhingedcollaboration.com

For a full transcript of our conversation click here.

Dr. Amanda Rose Villarreal discusses the concept of safe spaces and the limitations of the term. Our conversation introduces the idea of spaces of acceptable risk, where participants are encouraged to take risks and be vulnerable. Villarreal emphasizes the importance of transparent communication and shared responsibility in creating these spaces. They also explore the role of consent in collaboration and creativity, drawing parallels to gaming theory. Villarreal talks to us about recognizing power dynamics in theater and education and advocating for consent-based practices.  Dr. Villarreal highlights the need for consent-based communication and offers a self-care cue as a communication tool.

Learn more about their work and research:

https://www.amandarosev.com/about

https://www.amandarosev.com/publications

https://www.linkedin.com/in/arvillarreal/

As mentioned at the top of the episode please join BBIS student advocates on May 8th:

https://sites.google.com/bbis.de/bbis-social-justice-committee/home

For a transcript of this episode reach out to us through our website:

www.unhingedcollaboration.com

On this episode Kathleen and Tricia take a question from a listener: If trust is lost in a team, what can be done?

Tricia and Kathleen talk about personal experience as well as recent research: 

How Can It Be Made Right Again? A Review of Trust Repair Research (2022) click here for full article.

Also discussed in this episode briefly is the book Big Feelings: How to be Ok When things are Not OK.

Would you like to send in a question for discussion? Head to unhingedcollaboration.com and send us a voice memo!

Want to learn more about the May 4th Virtual PL opportunity with Tricia and Kathleen?

Click here for Toolkit for More Authentic Teaming

On this episode we sit down and learn from Rebekah Macden as she talks about Maracujá, a character-driven SEL program. Rebekah also talks about the learning she's processed in her new chapter and the role uncertainty has played in finding her footing.

This conversation hopes to help you think about the role 'self-knowing' can play in our collaborative teams.

Learn more about ways to bring Rebekah Macden to your learning organization by clicking here.

Connect with her on social media:

LinkedIN

Instagram

Via her website

Check out the free collection of Unhinged Collaboration conversation prompts here.

Also mentioned on this episode

"Stop Telling Women They Have Imposter Syndrome" by Ruchika Tulshyan and Jodi-Ann Burey

"The Nigerian AI artist reimagining a stylish old age" by Tarik Habte

Connect with the hosts: unhingedcollaboration.com

On this episode of the podcast, Kathleen and Tricia discuss the intersection of creativity and collaboration. They sit down to learn from Sherri Spelic.

Learn more about Sherri's work:

https://edifiedlistener.blog/

Follow her newsletter:

https://bendingthearc.substack.com/

Order her book:

https://shop.tredition.com/booktitle/Care_At_The_Core/W-85_3754

Explore the post referenced by Sherri in this conversation:

https://edifiedlistener.medium.com/what-if-and-whats-wrong-f617ada90216

Join the AIELOC and Women of Color in ELT Virtual Conference - November 12-13, 2022

In this episode we invite Katbot to ask Kathleen a question. We look at Katbot's predicted answer as well as the insights she takes from the real Kathleen's answer.

We also test Katbot to see what she's learning.

Connect with us on LinkedIn for more, or email Tricia@shiftingschools.com with questions.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathleen-naglee-4b199b11/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tricia-friedman-allyed/

Welcome to Season Two of the Unhinged Collaboration Podcast, where we dive deep into the intersection of technology, feminism, and meaningful scholarship. In this episode, your co-hosts Tricia and Kathleen sit down with a visionary thinker and trailblazer, Dr. Ketchum, Director of The Just Feminist Tech and Scholarship Lab.

In this captivating conversation, we explore how Dr. Ketchum's perspective on designing spaces and shaping communication as we ask: Has her expertise in virtual collaboration also prompted her to rethink the dynamics of in-person engagement?

Dr. Ketchum's thinking explores diverse mediums for research communication and the role of injecting an element of fun. 

Ready to learn more about Dr. Ketchum?

Toolkits for Engaging in Public Scholarship | Dr Alex Ketchum

https://www.alexketchum.ca/

https://twitter.com/aketchum22

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-alex-alexandra-ketchum-79774656/?originalSubdomain=ca

https://www.justfeministtechandscholarshiplab.com/

For a transcript of this conversation:

www.unhingedcollaboration.com

Abby Covert, an information architect, discusses the significance of language and the role of information in our lives. She explains that information is unique to each individual and is the result of data and content processing in our brains. Abby emphasizes the importance of understanding mental models and how they shape our perception of information. She also highlights the role of language in organizations and the need for clarity and consistency. Abby shares insights on the power of diagrams in sense-making and decision-making. She encourages individuals and teams to zoom out to gain a broader perspective and to live and lead by their values.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and the Definition of Information
05:23 The Role of Language in Organizations
11:33 Perfectionism and the Challenges of Making Sense
25:07 Living and Leading by Our Values
30:01 The Impact of Information Architecture on Media Consumption

Ready to Learn More with Abby Covert?

https://abbycovert.com/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mnTsKmsGmvw

Reach out to us and let us know what topic you want next season to focus on:

https://www.unhingedcollaboration.com

In this conversation, Tricia speaks with Luthern Williams, a futurist and school leader, about the role of creativity and the arts in reimagining education. They discuss the importance of imagination and the need to move away from the factory-age industrial model of education. Luthern shares the story of a school that was intentionally created to be different and emphasizes the importance of preparing students to live together and work towards the common good. 

Takeaways

Creativity and the arts are essential for imagining what education can be and moving away from the factory-age industrial model.

Integrated and equitable schools create dynamic and exciting learning environments where children can thrive.

Teachers need to do their own internal work to create a positive culture and climate in the classroom.

Connect with our Guest:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/luthern-williams-64a39ba/

Check out the free guide Tricia mentioned at the start of the episode:

https://shiftingschools.lpages.co/your-free-shifting-schools-guide-more-generative-collaboration-in-2025/

Welcome to the third episode of season five!

In this episode we talk with Dr. Sharon Lauricella.

Sharon Lauricella is the inaugural Teaching Scholar in Residence at Ontario Tech University in Oshawa, Ontario. She holds a position as Full Professor in the Faculty of Social Science and Humanities and is a scholar of Communication and the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning. Sharon holds a doctoral degree from the University of Cambridge (UK), a BA from Wheaton College (Massachusetts), and a Certificate in Higher Education Teaching from the Derek Bok Center for Teaching and Learning at Harvard University. Her research focuses on teaching with technology, mental health of undergraduate students, and the value of fun and play in higher education.

🧶Key Takeaways:

• Experimenting with alternative communication tools like Discord can enhance student engagement and collaboration.
• Designing thematic syllabi and incorporating diverse teaching methods can make the learning experience more interesting and impactful.
• Fostering listening skills is crucial in education and can contribute to building stronger relationships and communities.

🤖 Katbot's questions for further conversation 🤖

Sharon emphasizes that we don’t fully understand students’ perspectives unless we ask the right questions—how can we better design our professional development sessions to ensure we’re truly understanding the needs and challenges of teachers, rather than assuming we already know?

My other question for you is Sharon mentions the unfiltered rawness of TikTok compared to Instagram—how can we create spaces in our school culture that encourage raw, unpolished feedback, and what risks would we need to manage in doing so?

What does it mean to be a leader of change in a world where change is chaotic, exponential, and well exhausting? 

Join us for a new season as we speak with incredible guest experts  Sam Guzik, Nawal Qarooni, Luthern Williams, Dr. Zema Sharman, Cardozie Jones and more.

The new season is here on September 18th. Come chat change management with us in an entirely changed podcast format where our co-host's digital twin 'Katbot' will grow as a learner each episode.

Can you become your own writing coach?

What happens when Katbot becomes Kathleen's writing mentor?

On the podcast you'll hear what Katbot makes of Kathleen's poem:

Her Glasses

We beg her

Not to change

Tortoise-shelled frames.

Forget fashion and 

Buddhist ways; we have 

Pure attachment to a 

Literary device on 

Gold-hooped ears.

If you'd like to write a new poem along with Kathleen we'd love to read it!

You can send us a voice memo:

www.unhingedcollaboration.com

What's the future of digital twinning for educators? Perhaps the best way to predict the future is to experiment with the technology today.

Sam Guzik, a futurist passionate about local news and AI, discusses the intersection of journalism and AI. He emphasizes the importance of thinking exponentially and acting incrementally when experimenting with AI in journalism. He shares an example of using AI to make public media more accessible through live transcription and summarization. The conversation also touches on the ethics of AI in journalism, the use of digital avatars in news reporting, and the role of scenario planning in futures foresight work. Sam highlights the need for creativity, diverse perspectives, and community engagement in futurist work.

Ready to connect with this week's guest?

Sam Guzik is a Senior Expert Advisor specializing in the future of news, content, distribution and strategy. His career includes a broad range of experience that includes product management, strategic foresight, scenario forecasting, audience engagement and leadership in legacy news organizations.

Sam leads the product strategy for New York Public Radio. Passionate about building a sustainable future for local news, Guzik has demonstrated results creating innovative, engaging and impactful journalism — and thinking about the business model to support that work. His career includes a broad range of experience, with specific focus on product management, strategic foresight, scenario writing, audience engagement and leadership in legacy news organizations. 

Guzik is a graduate of Washington University in St. Louis, Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism and the NYU Stern School of Business.

https://futuretodayinstitute.com/team/sam-guzik/

Learn more about Kathleen and Tricia:

www.unhingedcollaboration.com

Join the Future Foresight Group referenced at the top of the episode!

https://app.glueup.com/event/aaie-leadership-learning-series-co-creating-future-foresight-skills-122479/

In this conversation, Lisa Blanchet discusses the concept of change stories and their importance in facilitating organizational change. She emphasizes the need for imagination and creativity in leadership, the time investment required for effective change management, and the significance of a mindful introduction to change. Lisa highlights the emotional journey employees experience during change and the core skills necessary for successful change management, including empathy and communication. She advocates for a people-centric approach that prioritizes the human experience and shares her personal influences that shape her work in change management.

Ready to connect with our guest?

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisablanchet/

Takeaways

Change stories engage and connect people to the change process.

Imagination allows leaders to explore possibilities beyond the immediate change.

The introduction of change must be thoughtful and clear to be effective.

Change management is a gradual process that requires time and patience.

Understanding the mechanics of change is crucial for leaders at all levels.

A people-centric approach ensures that the human experience is prioritized during change.

Creating space for leaders to process change is essential for effective leadership.

Chapters

00:00 Understanding Change Stories
03:14 The Role of Imagination in Change Management
06:09 Time Investment in Change Management
09:27 Mindful Introduction to Change
12:54 The Emotional Journey of Change
16:01 Core Skills in Change Management
19:01 People-Centric Change Management
22:59 Personal Influences on Change Management

In this episode, Tricia talks about two thinkers who have influenced her thoughts about the Katbot experiment:

Dr. Ruha Benjamin, specifically her new book IMAGINATION: A MANIFESTO

 https://wwnorton.com/books/9781324020974

Holly Herndon's work, music and thoughts on 'identity play'

Explore her TED talk https://www.ted.com/talks/holly_herndon_what_if_you_could_sing_in_your_favorite_musician_s_voice/transcript?subtitle=en

The ALA Information Literacy Framework:

https://www.ala.org/acrl/standards/ilframework#:~:text=The%20Framework%20opens%20the%20way,themselves%20in%20that%20research%3B%20and

Want to try out the quiz Katbot and Kathleen took for this episode?

https://www.autostraddle.com/quiz-plan-a-90s-trip-to-the-mall-and-ill-tell-you-which-90s-pop-hit-you-are/

Reach out to us with your questions

Tricia@shiftingschools.com

Want to send a voice memo to us?

https://unhingedcollaboration.com/

If you've been following the Katbot Chronicles we hope you are wondering what use cases exist for school leaders when it comes to digital twins.

While Kathleen and Tricia have many many more ideas, they wanted to share a few of their use cases, and model one of them with Katbot.

The full list:

Accessible Virtual Office Hours: The digital twin Katbot can facilitate virtual office hours, positioning the head of school as approachable and available whenever, wherever. How might this change the way others build a relationship with the real head of school? How might this help parents, caregivers, students and faculty rehearse conversations they want to have with the real head of school?

Supportive Caregiver Guidance: The digital twin Katbot can provide an overview of caregiver-facing resources, offering practical advice on how to engage with their child's holistic development. By addressing how to navigate the curriculum, understand school policies, and participate actively in their child’s educational journey, the twin Katbot can be available to parents and caregivers away from campus, or in the process of deciding on whether or not the school is a good fit for their family. How might this make policy more readily understood?

Dress Rehearsal Professional Development: The digital twin Katbot could review plans for a PD  session, highlighting or building out questions about how the learning directly connects with a strategic plan. Katbot could provide feedback on the plans before the session is delivered, ensuring the session understands the context of the school. How might this help facilitators make necessary changes to ensure PD is relevant?

Compassionate Crisis Management: During times of crisis, the digital twin Katbot can provide timely, empathetic updates and guidance, ensuring that all members of the school community are informed and supported. How might this free up time for the leadership team in ensuring questions can be answered more efficiently?

Deploy strategy thought partner: The digital twin Katbot could role play a scenario the head of school is concerned about, highlighting possible strategies, timelines, and alternative ideas. How might this help a leader think through case studies in an interactive way?

Want to send us your thoughts?

www.unhingedcollaboration.com

On their first official episode, Kathleen and Tricia outline the vision for the podcast. They share stories about collaborative experiences and explore resources about what it might mean to 'unhinge' ourselves from outdated collaborative practice.

To find the stances resource as referenced on this episode head to unhingedcollaboration.com

Connect with us on Twitter:

Kathleen's profile

Tricia's profile

The podcast's profile

Also discussed in this episode:

In Search of Klint

Big Feelings 

For a Transcript of the episode, click here.

In this episode Kathleen (actual Kathleen) responds to a listener who wrote in to learn more about how Kathleeen (again, real Kathleen) became the mentor she is today.

We use that conversation to try to 'feed' Katbot. Stay tuned for Katbot's insights and an experiment in 'reflection 2.0'

Want to send us a voice memo?

www.unhingedcollaboration.com

Dr Blodgett is a senior researcher in the Fairness, Accountability, Transparency, and Ethics in AI (FATE) group at Microsoft Research Montréal. She's broadly interested in examining the social and ethical implications of natural language processing technologies; she developed approaches for anticipating, measuring, and mitigating harms arising from language technologies, focusing on the complexities of language and language technologies in their social contexts, and on supporting NLP practitioners in their ethical work. Dr. Blodgett has also worked on using NLP approaches to examine language variation and change (computational sociolinguistics), for example developing models to identify language variation on social media.

Dr. Blodgett completed a Ph.D. in computer science at the University of Massachusetts Amherst working in the Statistical Social Language Analysis Lab under the guidance of Brendan O’Connor, where they were also supported by the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship. Dr. Blodgett received a B.A. in mathematics from Wellesley College. She interned at Microsoft Research New York in summer 2019, where she had the fortune of working with Solon Barocas, Hal Daumé III, and Hanna Wallach.

Ready to explore the research we discuss on this week's episode?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lLlj2LZGfQc

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/371924250_Taxonomizing_and_Measuring_Representational_Harms_A_Look_at_Image_Tagging

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Join Kathleen and Tricia at CEESA's conference in Malta this March

Learn more:

https://www.ceesaconference.com/2024/

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For a transcript of this episode head to 

https://unhingedcollaboration.com/

Educator and leader, Angeline Aow shares the origin story of WomenEd DE and how her involvement with WomenEd has evolved over the years. She discusses the importance of shifting focus from fixing women to fixing systems and the need for inclusivity and intersectionality in professional learning communities. Angeline also explores the impact of middle age on professional learning and the value of teacher agency and choice. She emphasizes the importance of building power and community in professional learning and creating conditions for open and honest conversations.

Ready to learn more about learning with Angeline Aow?

https://www.angelineaow.com/about.html

Connect with her online:

https://twitter.com/angeaow?lang=en

Explore her book

https://www.angelineaow.com/book.html

Let Kathleen and Tricia know what you'd like our next season to focus on:

www.unhingedcollaboration.com

Meet our guest:

Dr. Lynn Kelley has carved a path marked by executive leadership roles in manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, transportation and continuous improvement across diverse industries at a global scale. Lynn served as Senior Vice President of Supply Chain and Continuous Improvement at Union Pacific Railroad, and now serves as a Senior Advisor to BBH Capital Partners, where her expertise helps fuel the firm's investment endeavors.

Before her tenure at Union Pacific, Lynn held the position of Vice President of Operational Excellence at Textron, earning her a seat at the executive leadership table. Armed with a PhD in evaluation and research, Lynn also taught university-level statistics courses. Prior to her foray into academia, Lynn served as the Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Doctors Hospital.

Throughout her career, Lynn has forged a trail of achievement by expertly guiding organizations through change management initiatives. Lynn's practical methodologies have consistently delivered operational excellence that engages employees and surpasses customer expectations. Lynn is a sought out international speaker and wrote the Amazon best-selling book, Change Questions with John Shook, which describes their proven change management process.

In this episode:

Dr. Lynn Kelley discusses the importance of effective change management and shares insights from her book and website, Change Questions. She emphasizes the need for thoughtful planning and communication in order to successfully navigate change. Dr. Kelley also addresses the challenges of change fatigue and the impact of the pandemic on our perception of change. She highlights the role of leadership and communication in driving successful change initiatives and offers practical strategies for sustaining change. Additionally, she discusses the value of curiosity and research in understanding and implementing change.

Connect with our guest:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynnkelleychange/

Special guest Nawal Qarooni discuss the importance of rethinking language in education and the impact it has on students and families. They emphasize the need for educators to be mindful of the labels and categories they use to describe students and to seek feedback from trusted colleagues to ensure their language is inclusive and supportive. They also explore the role of self-work in understanding how our own self-conception and the words we use impact ourselves and others. Additionally, they discuss the need to expand the definition of literacy to include various forms of communication and expression, and the importance of play and experimentation in the writing process.

Learn more about our special guest:

https://nqcliteracy.org/media/

 https://nqcliteracy.org/educator-resources/

Get a copy of her book:

https://www.amazon.com/Nourishing-Caregiver-Collaborations-Experiences-Collective/dp/1625316194?ref_=ast_author_mpb

Catch her event on October 24th:

https://www.nypl.org/events/programs/2024/10/24/caring-and-learning-how-families-shape-literacy-everyday-life?nref=612535

Want to give us feedback on the 1st half of season five?

www.unhingedcollaboration.com

tricia (at) shiftingschools.com

Welcome to the second episode of season five!

In this episode we talk with Cardozie Jones, founder and CEO of True North EDI. 

🧶Key Takeaways:

Interdependence is a key concept in diversity, equity, and inclusion work, emphasizing the reliance and balance between individuals and communities.

Theater provides a powerful example of interdependence, where all parts work together to create a cohesive experience.

Giving ourselves and others grace and space to grow and make mistakes is essential for personal and collective growth.

A joyful orientation in DEI work involves focusing on direction, wholeness, and complexity, and recognizing the importance of building towards a future we have not yet seen.

🔗 Resources

Learn more about True North EDI and Cardozie Jones:

https://truenorthedi.com/

Follow along with Katbot and Kathleen as they document their thoughts on change management.

🤖 Katbot's questions for further conversation 🤖

What would it look like for your organization to embrace interdependence, where each person’s success is tied to the collective?
   Think about how you can create a culture that values mutual reliance and shared responsibility, rather than focusing only on individual inclusion.

What structures or hidden norms in your environment may be silently limiting growth and equity, and how can you begin to challenge them?
   Reflect on the systems that shape behavior in your workplace or community, and ask yourself: What needs to be made visible to foster true change?

How might you approach difficult conversations or change efforts with a spirit of joy and possibility, even when the work feels heavy?
   Consider how bringing lightness, even in serious moments, can help your team carry the load together and move forward with purpose.

Welcome to the first episode of season five!

In this episode we talk with Dr. Ulcca Joshi Hansen, education futurist and author of The Future of Smart, about what it will take to radically transform education. Dr. Ulcca Joshi Hansen offers fresh insights into how we can imagine new possible changes to truly rethink education and intelligence.

🧶Key Takeaways:

• Transformation vs. Reform: Why real change requires dismantling outdated systems rather than making minor adjustments.
• Holistic Thinking: Shifting from rigid, linear models to a more flexible, interconnected approach that better reflects the complexities of learning.
• The 3 Rs: Relationship, Relevance, and Reintegration: our guest's framework highlights the importance of human connections, making learning relevant, and weaving knowledge into a more holistic system.
• AI and Education: As AI advances, how do we preserve core human skills like creativity and empathy while integrating new technologies?
• Bridging Divides: Schools as spaces for healing polarization by fostering collaboration, critical thinking, and dialogue.

🔗 Resources

The Future of Smart podcast

The Future of Smart book

Follow along with Katbot and Kathleen as they document their thoughts on change management.

🤖 Katbot's questions for further conversation 🤖

What strategies will drive genuine transformation, not just reform?

How can we break free from incremental changes and manage the shift toward new, more effective educational systems?
How do we lead a shift toward more human-centered learning?

What steps can leaders take to create a school culture that prioritizes relationships, relevance, and holistic student development?
How can we manage the integration of technology while preserving key human skills?

How can we balance innovation with ensuring that core human capacities like empathy and critical thinking remain central to education?

Kwame Sarfo-Mensah is our special guest this week. He tells about the origin story of his phenomenal show Identity Talk as well as what he's gained by hosting it.

Chapters:

00:00
The Evolution of Identity Talk
03:27
Creating a Collaborative Space
06:48
Lifting Up Unsung Heroes
10:33
Changing the Way We Approach Conversations
31:43
Podcasting for Personal and Professional Growth

Ready to learn more about our guest?

https://www.identitytalk4educators.com/about

Explore his show:

https://www.youtube.com/@kwamesarfo-mensah5785

Connect with him online:

https://www.identitytalk4educators.com/contact-8

Would you like to send Kathleen and Tricia a voice memo to share your thoughts for Season Four?

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Nicole Pacent is an actress and producer, known for Westworld (2016), Criminal Minds (2005) and Call Me Kat (2021). Nicole was also on the award winning series Anyone But Me, and has been a long time advocate for the LGBTQ+ community through the podcast series The Coming Out Pod.

Fellow fans of Nicole's work can catch her soon  in Los Angeles in a new production called Castle in the Sky which is set in Prohibition Era LA, and taking place in the actual Art Deco penthouse of the late fashion connoisseur James Oviatt, on whom the show is based.

Ready to learn more?

https://www.undertheroseproductions.com/the-story

In this episode we talk about Nicole's journey as an actor on Westworld, how her thinking about AI and the arts is evolving as well as what it means to be a very public figure in today's very online culture.

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At the top of the episode we shared news about an amazing opportunity for educators
To register, you can visit the conference website at https://aieloc.org/conference. 

On this episode of the podcast Kathleen and Tricia discuss the role that conflict plays in collaboration as well as how to navigate the emotional labor that underpins conflict.

To find the Compassionate Conflict resource as referenced in this episode head to unhingedcollaboration.com

Connect with us on Twitter:

Kathleen's profile

Tricia's profile

The podcast's profile

As referenced on this episode: 

Peace is every step

When we talk about collaboration with our peers, how is our concept of it steeped in shared stories, experiences, and perspectives?

On this episode of the podcast, Kathleen and Tricia explore their ‘Unhinged Quarterly Review’ resource. This resource has been developed for teams to use in order to feed their curiosity about what collaboration is.

Ready to explore this resource and share it with your team?

Click here for more.

Learn more about our show at Unhingedcollaboration.com

In this compelling episode we welcome the insightful Dr. Jin Lee, a scholar whose research transcends boundaries, both geographically and academically. Dr. Lee, whose life weaves through South Korea, the United States, and Australia, along with a profound presence in online spaces, brings a unique perspective to our understanding of media and cultural dynamics.

With a keen focus on marginalized communities, Dr. Lee's work sheds light on how women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals navigate and carve out spaces for themselves in the media landscape. Join us as we delve into Dr. Lee's explorations of media intimacies and the practices these communities engage in to foster connections and build lives within digital and cultural realms.

In our conversation, Dr. Lee will reveal her findings on the YouTube comment sections, not just as casual conversation spots, but as fertile ground for learning and engagement. We'll also discuss her research on dating app Tinder through the lens of Reddit discussions, probing the critical question, "What is the dominant reading of Tinder?" and its implications for social minorities seeking connection.

Moreover, we'll examine the intricate dance between social media and K-pop, as Dr. Lee unpacks the social media practices at the intersection of fandom and cultural expression. This episode is an invitation to look beyond the surface of our digital interactions and understand the deeper currents that influence them. Dr. Jin Lee's perspectives offer a nuanced look at how personal lives are constructed and understood in the age of media.

Ready to learn more about Dr. Jin Lee and the research discussed in this conversation?

https://ljin8788.wixsite.com/website/about

Explore the scholars recommended by Dr. Lee for further consideration:

https://wishcrys.com/

https://www.wired.com/author/whitney-phillips/

https://cmsw.mit.edu/podcast-andre-brock-black-twitter-cultural-informatics/?utm_content=bufferf8fa6&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_campaign=buffer

In this episode, we explore the profound impact of the decisions we make early in our careers and how they shape our journey toward leadership.  Kathleen Naglee, shares her personal experiences, reflecting on the moments that defined her path to becoming a head of school. 

 We also discuss the importance of self-awareness, the power of play, and the role of confidence in navigating the challenges of leadership. Whether you're just starting out or already on your leadership journey, this episode hopes to inspire you to think about what it means to lead.

This mini series also introduces you to 'Katbot.'

Have a question for her?

email us:

tricia@shiftingschools.com

On this episode, Kathleen and Tricia sit down to talk power, creativity, and emotional literacy with  Joel Jr Llaban, director of DEIJ at International School Services.

Read Joel's poem:

https://www.tieonline.com/article/3308/we-are-who-we-are-a-radical-dreaming

Follow Joel online:

https://twitter.com/JoelJrLLABAN

For a transcript of this episode:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HvWJYUgyTblEwUI4Ixzb5lkO1Z-R81ye4X25RAyWSIs/edit?usp=sharing

On this episode we learn all about the incredible work The Care We Dream of from Dr. Zena Sharman.

Click here to learn more about our guest.

We discuss the values and the story of collaboration behind this text as well as ways to nurture our own imagination.

Learn more about the reading guide that accompanies The Care We Dream of here.

Learn more about Dr. Sharman's other work here.

Would you like to share your response to our conversation?

Click here and send us your voice memo.

We are coming back on September 1st, and our overarching question hopes to explore the role that technology plays in helping us reimagine collaborative processes.

Tricia shares a bonus episode where she was invited to speak with the new show out this year:

The Benjamin Franklin International School Podcast (BFIS podcast)
This is a small school podcast with a difference. We aim to showcase our school’s future-oriented vision for learning.
Our goal: acting as agents of change in an educational world that must adapt to be ready for a fast-moving now and a fast-moving future. We’ll showcase our pillars of learning, profile leadership and excellent practices at all levels within the school, and claim our place in the wider world of educational innovation, excellence, and student-centered learning.

Follow them to catch incredible upcoming guests:
open.spotify.com/show/1FTDWtJCttU…953c3558f4a244c4

On today are the co-founders of ODIS. The mission of ODIS is: "Our goal at ODIS is to create a movement within all international schools (not just IB) and the expat community at large to expand the scope of international education beyond current Western values, to be intersectional and inclusive of all marginalised groups."

 Co-founders Clara and Xoài explain the history of their collaboration and consider how that history influences their current work.

Learn more about ODIS: https://odis.carrd.co/ https://medium.com/@xoaidavid/decolonise-ib-how-international-school-alumni-are-mobilising-to-diversify-the-expat-curriculum-cf3471816fa6

TIE article mentioned: https://www.tieonline.com/article/2762/odis-a-student-led-movement-to-decolonise-international-schools

Follow them on @decolonise_intl

https://twitter.com/decolonise_intl

Dr. Alexandra Simond discusses her unique perspective on science communication and the importance of information flow, storytelling, and creating a conducive learning environment. She also addresses the challenges faced by women in academia.  Dr. Simond also shares personal experiences and insights from her TEDx talk.

Connect with our guest:

https://twitter.com/alexsimond_phd?lang=en

https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandra-simond-phd-b2732a7a/?originalSubdomain=ca

Want to submit a question or idea for our micro podcast series where we talk about your question or topic?

Email us! Tricia (at) shiftingschools.com

Chloé Locatelli is a PhD candidate in the Digital Humanities department at King’s College London. She completed her Gender Studies' Masters with the Erasmus+ Programme at Universidad de Granada and University of Bologna. Her doctoral research looks at constructions of femininity in sextech and their posthuman potential. She is interested in sextech, ‘sex robots’, affinity with digital characters and other places where sex, intimacy and digital technologies meet – topics she also covers as a contributor to Futureofsex.net. Chloé has also produced several academic publications. Her latest contribution for Springer’s Maschinenliebe (2021), co-authored with Dr Kate Devlin, explores the emphasis on intimacy in sex robot marketing. 

In this episode we explore what we can learn about ourselves by looking at sextech and the way it is marketed.

Dig into Locatelli's incredible research:

“Digital Femininities and the Ethics of Sextech”

‘Sex Robots’: Gender, Desire, and Embodiment in Posthuman Sextech

‘Rethinking Sex Robots

We discuss the importance of friendship and how biases and intersectionality can impact our relationships. We explore the role of self-work in becoming better friends and the challenges of friendship in the digital age. We also touch on intergenerational friendships and the benefits they bring. The conversation ends with a discussion on friendship rituals and practices that can strengthen and sustain friendships.

Learn more about this week's guest:

https://www.daniellebayardjackson.com/

Dig into her new book:

Fighting for our Friendships: The Science and Art of Conflict and Connection in Women's Relationships 

https://www.betterfemalefriendships.com/fighting-for-our-friendships

Reach out to tell us more about your thoughts about Katbot's questions

www.unhingedcollaboration.com

A classic issue for educators is that we just don't have as much time as we'd like. But what if a digital twin could serve as a short intervention mentor? What if you could call a mentor anytime from anywhere for a quick dose of insight?

That's what we test out in this episode.

First we dig into how Katbot would mitigate conflict in a school regarding mobile phone bans. Then we explore what advice Katbot has for a head of school navigating an enrollment on the decline.

We also think about what the research tells us about short interventions:

https://www.vox.com/science-and-health/2019/9/17/20827011/teen-depression-anxiety-treatment-single-session

https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-024-51740-9

https://www.technologyreview.com/2024/09/12/1103930/chatbots-can-persuade-people-to-stop-believing-in-conspiracy-theories/

On this episode of the podcast we explore the interconnectedness of SEL and DEI with Tamisha Williams. We get a special behind-the-scenes understanding of the work Tamish does, and how her modeling hopes to inspire fellow educators to find sparks of joy throughout their day.

Ready to learn more about our special guest?

Explore resources from Tamisha Williams here.

As mentioned explore her 'Start From Within' series.

Get your copy of her workbook by clicking here.

Please consider signing and sharing the petition referenced at the top of the episode.

Click here to learn more.

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