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Hosted by Eddie Blass · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 25 episodes
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Welcome to “Outside The Mainstream,” where we dive deep into the heart of education reform. Hosted by Eddie Blass, founder of Inventorium, this podcast brings together the brightest minds in education, to explore the pressing challenges and exciting opportunities facing today's education system, with a special focus on engaging students who've been left behind by an antiquated system. Join us as we discuss strategies for transforming education, share success stories, and build a community dedicated to creating a brighter future for all students.
Eddie Blass hosts Outside The Mainstream, a education show with 25 episodes published.
In this episode, I interview Bob Choat, a transformational master with a diverse career spanning the LAPD, Marines, and various business roles. Bob shares his life story, the influence of his multicultural background, an
In this episode of Outside the Mainstream, I'm excited to have Patrick Williams, a leading creativity expert, join me as we explore his journey from a young artist to a multifaceted creativity advocate. Patrick delves in
In this episode of Outside the Mainstream, I sit down with AI entrepreneur Jordy Torres to explore the transformative potential of artificial intelligence in education. We discuss Jordy's pioneering journey in AI from th
This week I’m joined by Katherine Geramita to talk about something we both care a lot about: how we teach science, and who we imagine it’s for. Katherine has been working with CreositySpace, a startup focused on making S
I had the absolute pleasure of speaking with Brian Bratt—a longtime English teacher turned passionate career advisor and communications lead at his school. Students don’t need to have it all figured out—but they do need
In this episode, I sit down with Patrick Norris — a special education teacher who knows what it means to show up for students who are often misunderstood, overlooked, or labeled before they’re even heard. Patrick gets in
"Confidence is built through consistency, not perfection." In this episode of Outside the Mainstream, I chat with Michelle Cullen Tang, a special education teacher who has employed theater, drama, and various educational
In this episode of Outside the Mainstream, I sat down with Dean Mesick. Dean is the Executive Director of the Collegiate Entrepreneurs Organization (CEO), where he helps young entrepreneurs worldwide bring their ideas to
In this episode of Outside the Mainstream, I sit down with award-winning creative arts teacher and advocate for amplifying Black voices, Chay Ross. Chay shares her powerful journey from growing up in Los Angeles, navigat
Most in education recognize the importance of preparing students not just for today’s jobs, but to be the creators of entirely new fields. In this episode, we’re diving into the world of education innovation with the inc
In EdTech, it’s hard to measure success and make it sustainable. The market often undervalues its impact. Conflicting funding models, cultural differences, and the roles of government, nonprofits, and families all play a
Life is all about making your own sovereign choices. What works best for you is what matters—not what society says. In this episode, I’m joined by Wouter Shahlenis—a men’s coach, wealth expert, and member of the Wealth U
AI isn’t a replacement for educators; it’s a tool to amplify the work they do. In this episode of Outside the Mainstream, I chat with Dr. Geri Gillespy, an experienced educator, innovator, and co-founder of Guardrailz, a
Dieumerci Christel (or DM), has a vision for reshaping education that isn’t just about technology; it’s about cultivating human potential and creating systems that work with students to create engaging educational experi
Dr. Charles Prince has spent a great deal of time considering the potential for radically new models of higher education. With a career that has included exposure to international education, higher ed policy, and advocac
Svetlana Tikhonov is the founder of Quadrat Academy, a unique educational model designed to break free from the traditional school system. With a rich background in international business, consulting, and education, Svet
Dr. Izdihar Jamil believes it takes “balls of steel” to wear a hijab in America. In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Izdihar—a computer scientist turned entrepreneur, author, and advocate—who has faced immense cha
In this episode, we explore what it takes to create inclusive, student-centered schools that foster success for every learner. Jon Robertson, an experienced teacher and principal, shares his journey in school leadership,
In this episode of Outside the Mainstream, I sit down with Dr. DeAndrea Fleming, an incredible educator and leader who’s committed to transforming education in low socioeconomic communities. Dr. Fleming shares her journe
How does a 10-year-old with an entrepreneurial spirit evolve into the co-founder of a leading global scaling institute? In this episode, Daniel Marcos shares his journey from his first business venture to building a fint
Katherine Geramita
CreositySpace
1 appearance on this show
Dean Mesick
Collegiate Entrepreneurs Organization
1 appearance on this show
Laura McBain
Hasso Plattner Institute of Design at Stanford
1 appearance on this show
Dr. Geri Gillespy
Guardrailz
1 appearance on this show
Dieumerci Christel
Enlight App
1 appearance on this show
Svetlana Tikhonov
Quadrat Academy
1 appearance on this show
Daniel Marcos
Growth Institute
1 appearance on this show
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