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Changemaker ED“U”

Hosted by David K. Richards · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 66 episodes

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66
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41m
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27
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About this podcast

Welcome to Changemaker ED“U”, a podcast about all things microschools. If you are a paradigm shifter who wants to create change in your community through microschooling, this is the podcast for you! We share the nuts and bolts of launching and running a successful microschool as well as important tips and tricks about leadership, business, and entrepreneurship. I am David K Richards, the Founder & CEO of Changemaker Education, an affiliate network of microschools. With 25+ years in education reform, leadership development, and entrepreneurship, I am excited to host this podcast!

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David K. Richards hosts Changemaker ED“U”, a education show with 66 episodes published.

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Teaching AI Literacy with the “AI Driver’s License”

Oct 14, 202543mEp. 12S2

In this episode, I reconnect with my former Stanford classmate, Mike Taubman, nearly 20 years after our graduate school days. Mike has spent his career teaching English and later pioneering purpose and career exploration

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Imperfect Leadership & Shared Vision in Education with Peter Stiepleman

Sep 30, 202540mEp. 11S2

In this episode, David sits down with Peter Stiepleman—former superintendent of one of Missouri’s largest school districts, leadership advisor, podcast host, and author of Serving as a Lead Learner: Powerful Reflections

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From Classroom to Changemaker with Lily Jones

Sep 16, 202549mEp. 10S2

In this inspiring conversation, David sits down with Lily Jones, founder of Educator Forever and a former classroom teacher who transformed her passion for teaching into a thriving business that empowers educators worldw

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Telling Your Story, Trusting Your Intuition, and Building a Microschool Around Your Genius

Aug 19, 202551mEp. 9S2

In this heartfelt and inspiring conversation, David sits down with Bonnie LePage — founder of The Maker, marketing, branding, and AI company — to talk about the power of storytelling, the courage to follow your intuition

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Reimagining High School for Nontraditional Learners

Aug 5, 202542mEp. 8S2

In this powerful episode, David K. Richards sits down with Dr. Yazmene “Dr. Yaz” Thomas, an inspiring educator, coach, and Founder of Uhuru Pathways, a groundbreaking microschool serving teens and adults through an accel

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Building F.A.Y.E. Learning Center: Personal Power, Purpose & Microschool Leadership

Jul 22, 202550mEp. 7S2

In this vibrant, soul-led conversation, David K. Richards, CEO of Changemaker Education, sits down with microschool Founder Christina “Pip” Pipkin, who’s launching a Changemaker Partner Microschool, the F.A.Y.E. Learning

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Awakening the Changemaker Within: From Educator to Empowered Founder

Jul 1, 20251h 5mEp. 6S2

In this heart-centered and deeply inspiring conversation, Joy Meserve and David K. Richards dive into the journey of becoming a changemaker through microschool leadership. They explore personal transformation, intuitive

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Follow Your Passion, Create Change, Launch Your Microschool

Jun 10, 20251h 3mEp. 5S2

David had a great conversation with Christina Dougay who is the founder of Practical Education and Knowledge LLC (P.E.A.K.) a microschool in Houston, Texas. With a background in both education and the mental health secto

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Follow The Facts: The Real Raw Truth About Microschools

May 27, 202552mEp. 4S2

David had a great conversation with Don Soifer who is the CEO of the National Microschooling Center. They discussed the recent report just released from the National Microschooling Center that illuminates important data

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Build a Microschool and Transform from Educator to Entrepreneur

May 13, 202555mEp. 3S2

David had a great conversation with Raphael Gang who is a Program Officer at the Stand Together Trust (STT) where he makes investments focused on supporting a dynamic education marketplace for families, educators, and en

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The Power of Community & Self Directed Learning in Microschools with Tyler Thigpen

Apr 29, 202542mEp. 2S2

Enjoy this episode with Tyler Thigpen who is co-founder and CEO of The Forest School: An Acton Academy in Georgia, The Forest School Online, and the Institute for Self-Directed Learning. He also serves as Academic Direct

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Empowering Communities Changing Lives and the Power of Microschools

Apr 1, 202519mEp. 1S2

David shared the relaunch of the podcast focusing on all things microschools and the vision going forward as follows. This is a podcast about all things microschools.It will share the nuts and bolts of opening and runnin

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The Challenges of Changemaking and How to Navigate Naysayers

Mar 26, 202419mEp. 53S1

David shares his wisdom today about what happens when you feel inspired from the depths of your soul to create change and be the best version of yourself. He asks you to clarify the change you want to create, and see whe

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Great Schools in Action

Mar 5, 202444mEp. 52S1

David has a great conversation with Elana Feinberg. They discuss the current trends in education, what Elana is seeing in schools that she thinks more people should be doing, and reforming the inside or outside of the sy

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One Stone: Empowering Students Through Student-Driven Education

Feb 27, 202445mEp. 51S1

One Stone, co-founded by Teresa Poppen, revolutionizes education by empowering students to take charge of their learning journey. Initially focusing on experiential service, One Stone evolved into Lab 51, a student-drive

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Let Life Show The Way

Feb 22, 202422mEp. 50S1

In this solo episode, David shares his own experiences with letting life show him the way. He talks about various experiences from his own life where he was in resistance to something that he knew to be true. Throughout

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Finding The Magic in Middle School

Feb 15, 202445mEp. 49S1

Are you curious about finding magic in the Middle School experience? If so, join David and Chris as they discuss all the ups and downs, ins and outs, challenges and most importantly, the opportunities for parents and edu

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Let Love Guide The Way

Feb 6, 202422mEp. 48S1

David shares a simple message in today’s episode. After doing a short guided practice, David asks us to let love guide the way. He shares his own personal journey of believing that talking about love was “soft”, and how

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Revolutionizing Education: The Micro School Model

Jan 30, 202440mEp. 47S1

Amar Kumar, founder and CEO of Chipotle Learning, shared insights on the transformative potential of micro schools in a conversation with David. Having worked in online education, Kumar recognized the limitations of soli

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Be Playful and Free

Jan 24, 202411mEp. 46S1

David shares a simple message in today’s episode. Give yourself permission to be playful and childlike - not childish but be free and have fun like a child. Laugh a little. Don’t take everything so seriously. He asks you

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Age
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Consumer type
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Topics covered

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To pitch Changemaker ED“U”, visit https://www.davidkrichards.com/podcast for contact information, then craft a tight one-paragraph hook that ties your expertise to a gap in their recent education coverage.

Who is the host of Changemaker ED“U”?

Changemaker ED“U” is hosted by David K. Richards. The show is categorised under education (self improvement) and has published 66 episodes.

How many episodes does Changemaker ED“U” have?

Changemaker ED“U” has published 66 episodes.

What topics does Changemaker ED“U” cover?

Changemaker ED“U” regularly covers education, self improvement. It sits in the education category, with a self improvement focus.

Is it hard to get booked on Changemaker ED“U”?

Changemaker ED“U” is accessible for guests with genuine education expertise. A personalised, episode-aware pitch will still outperform a generic one every time.

Is Changemaker ED“U” currently accepting guest pitches?

Changemaker ED“U” hasn't explicitly signalled guest openness in recent episodes. That doesn't rule out pitching. your hook just needs to be especially compelling and relevant to their recent content.

How long are Changemaker ED“U” episodes?

Episodes of Changemaker ED“U” average 41 minutes. a focused format where a clear narrative arc and tight preparation matter most.

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