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Jion Robert Martellacci as he speaks with Al Kinsley, prominent expert in EdTech and the CEO of Net Support. The conversation explores the nuanced role of AI and digital tools in schools, addressing concerns over screen time and the importance of pedagogical alignment. Kingsley discusses his book, The Awkward Questions in Education, which critiques traditional schooling and examines the potential for hybrid learning models. He reflects on his company's long history of supporting millions of students and emphasizes the need for secure, data-conscious infrastructure. Finally, Kingsley shares personal insights on his health journey and his commitment to mentoring new voices within the global education community.

Education is at an inflection point. The decisions we make today about digital leadership, AI, cybersecurity, and system design will shape the future of every classroom tomorrow. I’m Robert Martellacci, Founder & CEO of MindShare Learning Media & Consulting Learning and host of #MindShareTV, where we spotlight the leaders and ideas transforming education across North America and beyond. Today, we’re diving into one of the most influential gatherings in K–12 digital leadership #CoSN2026: Building What’s Next, Together, April 13-15, Chicago. Joining me is Keith Krueger, CEO of the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN). Keith leads a global community of K–12 technology leaders advancing innovative, secure, and equitable digital learning environments. A nationally recognized advocate for education technology policy and leadership, he has spent decades championing the strategic role of CIOs and CTOs in transforming school systems for the digital age. Keith, welcome, it’s great to have you with us.

Welcome to #MindShareTV CanAm Edition. As we begin 2026, the EdTech sector is navigating one of its most consequential resets in over a decade. AI has moved from experimentation to infrastructure. Capital is more disciplined. Institutions are under pressure to prove outcomes not innovation theater. Today we’re joined by Josh Chernikoff to break down what’s real, what’s recalibrating, and what leaders should actually be paying attention to this year.

Welcome back to #MindShareTV — where we explore the ideas shaping the future of education and human potential. Today I’m honoured to be joined by Dr. Gina Cherkowski, Conference Chair of the #MentalHealthSummit and Executive Director of the Werklund Institute for Social and Emotional Intelligence Canada. Dr. Cherkowski is a leading voice in advancing evidence-informed mental health and well-being in schools and organizations. Her work bridges research and practice to help educators create thriving, resilient learning environments. She is also a member of the C21 Canada Board of Advisors. To learn more about the mental health summit, go to, https://lnkd.in/gN3N_idJ

Welcome to #MindShareTV—where we spotlight the innovators and changemakers shaping the future of learning and human potential. Today’s guest is both a colleague and a fellow York University alum—Dr. Lev Gonick, Enterprise CIO at Arizona State University. Lev has long been a leading voice in digital transformation, challenging institutions to think beyond tools and focus instead on purpose, practice, and design. ASU’s rise as America’s #1 Innovation University reflects that mindset. Today, we’ll explore ASU’s journey from early EdTech thinking to what Lev now calls TechEd, the growing urgency of the #AIrevolution, and what the road to 2026 demands of higher education, K–12, and the global #EdTech ecosystem.

Welcome to #MindShareTV—where we spotlight the innovators, connectors, and storytellers shaping the future of learning. Today’s conversation takes a Canada–U.S. lens on EdTech as we look ahead to 2026—what’s changing, what’s converging, and what education leaders need to pay attention to now. I’m thrilled to be joined by Lisa Schmucki, founder of edWeb.net, and a fellow education media publisher who has had a front-row seat to the evolution of #EdTech for more than a decade.

Welcome to #MindShareTV where we spotlight the innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders shaping the future of learning. Today, we’re excited to highlight a powerful opportunity for education #entrepreneurs around the world. The @Milken-Penn GSE Education Entrepreneurship Program Business Plan Competition is now accepting applications through February 11, 2026. Since 2010, this competition has awarded more than $2 million in cash and prizes, while building one of the most vibrant ecosystems for education innovation globally. Joining me today legendary EdTech colleague, Rita Ferrandino, a strategic advisor and internationally recognized leader in education innovation. Michael Golden John Gamba Kevin Custer MindShare Learning Media & Consulting #edtech

Hello everyone, and welcome to the C21 Canada Podcast Series, produced in partnership with Dell Technologies. I’m Robert Martellacci, CEO of C21 Canada, and this series is designed to spotlight real stories, real leadership, and real impact as innovation reshapes teaching and learning across Canada. Today’s episode is a special one-year check-in on our AI Use Case Project, an initiative launched last year to document how artificial intelligence can meaningfully improve learning across K–12 education. From the beginning, this work has been about practice over hype. It’s been about educators, students, and system leaders exploring AI responsibly, ethically, and with learning at the centre. One year later, we’re asking: What’s changed? What’s stuck? What’s scaled? And what leadership lessons are emerging as AI becomes part of everyday educational practice? I’m delighted to be joined by Geoff Edwards, Superintendent, Learning Technologies, the Ottawa Catholic School Board—one of the systems that helped bring this work to life in real classrooms. Geoff, welcome, and thank you for being part of this important national conversation. Karen Yamada Katina Papulkas

Hello everyone, and welcome to #MindShareTV. I’m Robert Martellacci your host from MindShare Learning Media, and this year is especially meaningful for us as we celebrate 25 years of connecting education leaders and innovators from around the world 🎉 We’re coming to you with a special preview podcast as we prepare to attend BETT UK, one of the world’s most influential global education technology gatherings. I’m delighted to be joined by Ryan Donaghy, Deputy Minister of Education and Early Childhood Development from New Brunswick, Canada—who is participating in a powerful Ministerial Panel focused on what true digital transformation in education really looks like. Ryan, welcome to MindShareTV—it’s great to connect with you ahead of BETT MindShare Learning Media & Consulting C21 Canada

Hello everyone, and welcome to #MindShareTV. I’m your host, Robert Martellacci, from MindShare Learning Media & Consulting, and this year we’re proud to be celebrating our 25th anniversary, 25 years of supporting education leaders, innovators, and changemakers across the learning ecosystem 🎉 Today, we’re excited to share a MindShare sneak peek into an upcoming #FETC26 keynote that continues an important conversation about where learning is headed next. Joining me is the remarkable, Alana Winnick—educator, author, futurist, and a trusted voice on the future of learning. Alana will be delivering her keynote, “The Future of Learning: Empowering Every Student to Thrive,” at #FETC26 on Monday, January 12, from 9:00 to 10:00 am at the Orange County Convention Center. Alana, welcome back to MindShare—it’s great to have you with us

Welcome to this special edition of the #MindShareTV Podcast. I'm your host, Robert Martellacci, Chair of the Canadian #EdTech AI Summit. Today, we're reflecting on the incredible innovation and talent showcased at the Summit, held this past October 29th and 30th. Joining me are the remarkable Gr. 11 student innovators Vynavin Vinod Madheswaran Kamal, Akshat Goenka, Kavya Patel behind Questify.study, the dynamic team from Peel District School Board who stole the spotlight by winning the Dragon's Den Startup Challenge. Their AI-powered learning solution is making waves in the EdTech space. Welcome to the podcast, team Questify! MindShare Learning Media & Consulting

Welcome to #MindShareTV. As we prepare for the holidays, we take a deep dive into human connection and how to overcome loneliness with two leading experts. We live in a time when we’ve never been more connected digitally—yet the latest data tells us something deeply troubling about how people are actually feeling. According to a newly released national report on human connection, 40% of adults say they feel lonely. And for many, this isn’t just loneliness—it’s a deeper sense of disconnection from one another, from our communities, and sometimes even from ourselves. In Canada, a country known for compassion, inclusion, and community, these findings are a wake-up call. They challenge us to rethink what connection really means in our homes, our schools, and our workplaces. Today on MindShareTV, we’re unpacking this important report with two leaders who are deeply committed to strengthening human connection. Pete Bombaci, founder of the GenWell Project, has been at the forefront of social health and community well-being across Canada. And Dr. Steve Joordens, professor of psychology at the University of Toronto Scarborough, brings a powerful research-based lens on learning, mental health, and human behaviour. Together, we’ll explore what the data is telling us about Canadians today, why students, educators, and parents are feeling this strain so acutely, and—most importantly—what practical steps we can take to move from disconnection to belonging. Because rebuilding human connection doesn’t start with policy—it starts with people. With showing up. Checking in. Making time. And choosing to be present for one another. Let’s get into the conversation. Welcome gentlemen!

Welcome to MindShareTV, where we connect with education thought leaders shaping the future of learning in Canada and around the world. Today, we’re exploring one of the most important conversations in education: artificial intelligence in schools, beyond the hype, beyond the fear, and into the hope, possibility, and practical leadership required for meaningful change. Our featured book is AI Unplugged: The Hype and Hope in Education Futures, published by Routledge. The book examines how generative AI is impacting curriculum, instruction, assessment, teacher professionalism, academic integrity, equity, privacy, and the future of school leadership. Our guest today is Dr. Stephen Murgatroyd, PhD FBPsS FRSA, an education futurist, author, advisor, and thought leader whose work focuses on innovation, public policy, leadership, and the future of learning. Dr. Murgatroyd, welcome to #MindShareTV.

Recorded live at ISTE Live 26, Robert Martellacci sits down with internationally recognized education leader Eric Sheninger for an insightful conversation on the future of AI in education. A bestselling author, acclaimed keynote speaker, and former award-winning principal, Eric has spent years helping school leaders navigate digital transformation while keeping people, purpose, and learning at the center of innovation. In this episode, he shares his perspective on leading schools through the age of artificial intelligence, empowering educators to embrace change, and creating learning environments where technology enhances, not replaces, the human experience. Whether you're a school leader, educator, policymaker, or EdTech innovator, this conversation offers practical leadership insights and a compelling vision for preparing learners for an AI-powered future.