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It’s YOUR time to #EdUpPCO In this episode, YOUR guest is Caroline Williams , Executive Director of Oxford Saïd Online at the Saïd Business School of the University of Oxford. YOUR host is Amrit Ahluwalia . During the...
About this Podcast:
Higher education is in a state of rapid transformation—needing to respond in creative and innovative ways to the realities of a fast-changing labour market. At the vanguard of this transformation are Professional, Continuing & Online Education (PCO) units. EdUp PCO shines a light on this critical sector. Host Amrit Ahluwalia, a continuing education leader with experience inside and outside the academy, interviews leaders across the postsecondary space exploring how PCO units can play a role in helping their respective colleges and universities stay agile, responsive and proactive.
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What is EdUp PCO about?
Higher education is in a state of rapid transformation, needing to respond in creative and innovative ways to the realities of a fast-changing labour market. At the vanguard of this transformation are Professional, Continuing & Online Education (PCO) units. EdUp PCO shines a light on this critical sector.
What has EdUp PCO covered recently?
Recent episodes include "84. Caroline Williams (Oxford): How to Pressure-Test an Ambitious Strategic Vision" (27 October 2026, 39 minutes), "83. Krissy Collins (UC Irvine): How Strategy Guides Better Everyday Decisions" (20 October 2026, 44 minutes), and "81. Sheila LeBlanc (University of Calgary): How to Stay Strategic While Moving Fast" (6 October 2026, 28 minutes).
How often does EdUp PCO publish?
EdUp PCO publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 35 minutes across 82 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on EdUp PCO?
Booking probability for EdUp PCO is 32%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. EdUp PCO requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. EdUp PCO's contact route on record: public web form.
Who should pitch EdUp PCO?
The strongest fits for EdUp PCO are Universities & Colleges. EdUp PCO has an education audience.
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EdUp PCO is an education podcast with 82 episodes published.
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Oct 20, 202644 minS4It’s YOUR time to #EdUpPCO In this episode, YOUR guest is Krissy Collins, Dean of the Division of Continuing Education at UC Irvine. YOUR host is Amrit Ahluwalia . Some key questions we tackle: How strategy can give...
Oct 6, 202628 minS4It’s YOUR time to #EdUpPCO In this episode, YOUR guest is Sheila LeBlanc, Associate Vice President for Continuing Education at the University of Calgary. YOUR host is Amrit Ahluwalia . Some key questions we tackle: ⚡...
Sep 29, 202629 minS4It’s YOUR time to #EdUpPCO In this episode, YOUR guest is Luke Dowden , Vice Chancellor for Digital Learning and Transformation at Alamo Colleges District. YOUR host is Amrit Ahluwalia . Some key ideas we tackle: >...
Sep 22, 202635 minS4It’s YOUR time to #EdUpPCO In this episode, YOUR guest is Mary Butler , President and CEO of New Brunswick Community College. YOUR host is Amrit Ahluwalia . Some key questions we tackle: > How does clarity of vision...
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Sep 15, 202636 minS4It’s YOUR time to #EdUpPCO In this episode, YOUR guest is Mohammad Salhia , Senior Director of Continuing Education at McMaster University YOUR host is Amrit Ahluwalia . Some key topics we tackle: ● How innovation is...
Sep 8, 202626 minS4It’s YOUR time to #EdUpPCO In this episode, YOUR guest is Angie Kamath , Dean of the School of Professional Studies at New York University. YOUR host is Amrit Ahluwalia . Some key questions we tackle: ● Why should...
Sep 1, 202632 minS4It’s YOUR time to #EdUpPCO In this episode: YOUR guest is Michelle Aarons , Executive Director of Programs and Partnerships at the York University Schoolof Continuing Studies and 2025-26 President of CAUCE. YOUR host is...
Jul 21, 202638 minS3It’s YOUR time to #EdUpPCO In this episode, YOUR guest is Frank Cappadocia, Dean of Professional & Continuous Learning at Humber College. YOUR host is Amrit Ahluwalia . Some key questions we tackle: > What are some...
Episode #74
74. Nathan Cheney (Brock): How Intentional PCO Strategic Positioning Supports University Growth
Jul 14, 202641 minS3It’s YOUR time to #EdUpPCO In this episode, YOUR guest is Nathan Cheney, Executive Director of Professional and Continuing Studies at Brock University. YOUR host is Amrit Ahluwalia . Some key questions we tackle: >...
Episode #73
73. Michael Burt (Signal49): How PCO Units Can Help Bridge Canada’s Education-Employment Gap
Jun 30, 202635 minS3It’s YOUR time to #EdUpPCO In this episode, YOUR guest is Michael Burt , Vice President for Economics, Education & Health at Signal49 Research YOUR host is Amrit Ahluwalia . Some key questions we tackle: > What impact...
Episode #72
72: Jackie Pichette (RBC): How PCO can Help Postsecondary Institutions Navigate Testing Times
Jun 23, 202633 minS3It’s YOUR time to #EdUpPCO In this episode, YOUR guest is Jackie Pichette , Policy Lead for Skills and Higher Education with RBC Thought Leadership. YOUR host is Amrit Ahluwalia . Some key questions we tackle: > What...
Jun 3, 202624 minS3It’s YOUR time to #EdUpPCO In this episode, YOUR guest is Connie Chong , Dean of Continuing Studies at Langara College. YOUR host is Amrit Ahluwalia . Some key topics we tackle: · What it takes to build robust...
Episode #70
70. Pari Johnston (CICan): How Canadian Colleges are Supporting Upskilling at Home and Abroad
May 28, 202629 minS3It’s YOUR time to #EdUpPCO In this episode, YOUR guest is Pari Johnston, President & CEO of Colleges & Institutes Canada. YOUR host is Amrit Ahluwalia . Some key questions we tackle: · How are Canadian colleges &...
May 19, 202644 minS3It’s YOUR time to #EdUpPCO In this episode, YOUR guest is Neil Fassina , President of Okanagan College YOUR host is Amrit Ahluwalia . Some key questions we tackle: · How are Canadian colleges tackling the labour...
May 12, 202644 minS3It’s YOUR time to #EdUpPCO In this episode, YOUR guest is Adrian Lipsett , Dean of Continuing Studies atVancouver Community College. YOUR host is Amrit Ahluwalia . Some key questions we tackle: · Why is the college...
Episode #67
67. Kassie Burkholder (NAIT): How Corporate Engagement Drives College-Community Alignment
May 5, 202635 minS3It’s YOUR time to #EdUpPCO In this episode, YOUR guest is Kassie Burkholder, Executive Director of Corporate & Continuing Education, and Product Development, at the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology. YOUR host is...
Episode #66
66. Debbie Cavalier (Berklee Online): How Online Learning Leaders Stand Out in a Crowded Market
Apr 21, 202632 minS3It’s YOUR time to #EdUpPCO In this episode, YOUR guest is Debbie Cavalier, CEO and Co-Founder of Berklee Online at the Berklee College of Music. YOUR host is Amrit Ahluwalia . Some key questions we tackle: · How does...
Apr 14, 202637 minS3It’s YOUR time to #EdUpPCO In this episode, YOUR guest is Rovy Branon YOUR host is Amrit Ahluwalia . Some key questions we tackle: · What factors led to the development and actualization of the 60-Year Curriculum...
Apr 7, 202638 minS3It’s YOUR time to #EdUpPCO In this episode, YOUR guest is Josh Kim, Assistant Provost for Online Learning Strategy at Dartmouth College and long-time Inside Higher Ed columnist YOUR host is Amrit Ahluwalia . Some key...
Recent guests
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Caroline Williams
award-winning science journalist, bestselling author, lifelong learner, explorer of cutting-edge brain science, Spark Training and Coaching Associates Canada
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Mary Butler
Government Chief Whip and Waterford Minister, New Brunswick Community College
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Michael Burt
Vice President for Economics, Education & Health, TotalGrowthAcademy.com
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Paul LeBlanc
President of Southern New Hampshire University, Harvard Graduate School of Education
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