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Why Arts? is a video podcast series created by Nanvi Jhala—educator and designer, and a recent graduate of the Harvard Graduate School of Education. Drawing from her experience in Reggio-inspired schools, public education systems, and democratic learning spaces, Nanvi explores how the arts shape the way we learn, relate, and imagine. Through conversations with educators, artists, and thinkers, the series looks at arts beyond it's final products to the processes of creating, questioning, and making that nurture meaningful learning.
Unknown Host hosts Why Arts?, a education show with 30 episodes published.
I am in conversation with Dr. Cyndi Burnett, founder of Creativity and Education , where she works with educators and school leaders to bring creative thinking into everyday classroom practice. She is also the host of Fu
I am in conversation with Emmanuel Toledo, Senior Program Director for the Performing Arts in the Boston Public Schools Visual and Performing Arts Department . With over a decade of experience in arts education, Emmanuel
I am in conversation with Beth Miller, the Executive Director of the Creative Education Foundation (CEF) , a nonprofit dedicated to the power of deliberate creativity. With more than a decade of leadership at CEF, Beth h
In this episode, I am in conversation with Vaidehi Desai and Maggie Oliver , educators at Newtowne School, a Reggio Emilia-inspired early childhood programme in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Vaidehi began her journey working
In this episode, I am in conversation with Jada Wooten —educator, choreographer, and founding dance teacher at City Arts and Sciences Academy (CASA ), a STEAM middle and high school where she is building the school's ina
In this episode, I am in conversation with Sarah Browne — Atelierista, presenter, and Social Media Curator for the Africa Reggio Emilia Alliance (AREA) , whose work explores the role of the atelier, creativity, and child
In this episode, I am in conversation with Yvette Kong — Olympian, founder, and transdisciplinary creator working at the intersection of human potential, creativity, and systems change. Yvette is the Founder and CEO of A
In this episode, I am in conversation with Dr. Louisa Penfold - educator, artist, researcher, Lecturer and Co-Chair of Arts and Learning at Harvard Graduate School of Education, and co-director of Project Zero’s ArtPlay.
In this episode, I am in conversation with Cristian Fabbi, an international early childhood education expert working with UNICEF on curriculum reform and teacher education programmes. Cristian is the Director of Fondazio
In this episode, I’m in conversation with Eloisa - Remida project coordinator, Atelierista and Researcher in Reggio Childhood Studies. She has been working with the Reggio Children Foundation since 2012. In 2025, she com
In this episode, I’m in conversation with Ron Grady—an early childhood educator, researcher, and storyteller whose work centers the voices and lived experiences of young children. Currently a PhD researcher at the Harvar
In this episode, I’m joined by Peter H. Reynolds—an award-winning author and illustrator known for beloved books like The Dot, Ish, and The Word Collector. Through his work, Peter has inspired millions of children and ed
In Episode 14 of Why Arts?, I’m in conversation with Jean Appolon and Meghan McGrath, who are reimagining what dance can be as a space for expression, identity, and community.Jean Appolon, Co-founder and Artistic Directo
In this conversation, I’m in conversation with Coco Allred, a visual artist and educator whose work explores the intersections of public space, aesthetics, and experimental pedagogy. From sculpture and printmaking to par
In this episode, I’m in conversation with Stacy Davidson Minicucci, M.Ed., an Arts Educator at Nurtury Early Education whose work is rooted in early childhood, expressive arts, and mental health. Over more than two decad
In Episode 11 of Why Arts?, I’m in conversation with Steve Seidel — educator, researcher, and the Bauman & Bryant Chair in Arts in Education, Emeritus at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. Many of us know Steve fo
In Episode 10 of Why Arts?, I’m in conversation with Sarah Lieberman — museum educator, thoughtful listener, and someone who deeply believes that art belongs to everyone.As a child, Sarah made outfits for her dolls out o
In this episode, Exa Kutler shares their journey exploring creativity, community, and hands-on learning.Exa’s work often involves designing simple structures for people to think, make, and learn together — whether throug
In this episode with Rosario Ubiera-Minaya — Executive Director of Raw Art Works, cultural strategist, and antiracist advocate — we explore how arts can become a force for healing, leadership, and systemic change.We talk
In this episode, I’m joined by Jessica Baynes, a dance educator, choreographer, and performer whose work spans classrooms, stages, and communities. A TEDx speaker and Harvard Graduate School of Education alum, Jessica br
Peter H. Reynolds
children's book author and illustrator
1 appearance on this show
Dr. Ryan Jenkins
generations keynote speaker, Millennial and Generation Z expert, trainer, and author · Wonderful Idea Co.
1 appearance on this show
Dr. Cyndi Burnett
Creativity and Education
1 appearance on this show
Vaidehi Desai
Newtowne School
1 appearance on this show
Yvette Kong
Transversal Lab
1 appearance on this show
Project Zero’s ArtPlay
Project Zero
1 appearance on this show
Dr. Louisa Penfold
Harvard Graduate School of Education
1 appearance on this show
Cristian Fabbi
Fondazione Reggio Children
1 appearance on this show
Eloisa Di Rocco
Reggio Children Foundation
1 appearance on this show
Jean Appolon
Jean Appolon Expressions
1 appearance on this show
Stacy Davidson Minicucci
Nurtury Early Education
1 appearance on this show
Rosario Ubiera-Minaya
Raw Art Works
1 appearance on this show
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