The LearningMate Podcast

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Jun 2026

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Join us for a podcast exploring the world of education, edtech, and workforce development through conversations with industry subject matter experts and thought-leaders from across the globe united by a passion for equitable access to education for every learner.

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June 2, 2026Episode 3028 min

Ep 30 - Designing AI for Humans: A Social Scientist’s Approach to the Future of Learning

Meet Our GuestAndrew Lippert, Independent Technology Executive and ConsultantAndrew Lippert is an independent technology executive and consultant with deep experience leading digital transformation in education and enterprise SaaS. Most recently, he served as Chief Technology Officer at Edmentum, where he led technology strategy, platform modernization, software delivery, and global operations in support of digital learning at scale. Previously, he served as Chief Technology Officer at McGraw Hill and held senior leadership roles at Redbird Advanced Learning, Ednovate, Apex Learning, and ZooKazoo. Across a career spanning product strategy, systems architecture, and executive leadership, Andrew has helped education and technology organizations modernize platforms, improve operating leverage, and translate innovation into meaningful learner impact.

May 15, 2026Episode 2925 min

Ep 29 - From Access to Impact: Transforming Online Education

Meet Our GuestDr. Andrew Shean, Chief Academic Officer | Los Angeles Pacific UniversityDr. Andrew Shean is a higher education leader and innovator, currently serving as Chief Academic OfficerLos Angeles Pacific University. With a career spanning K–12 and online higher education, he has led large-scale academic transformation initiatives focused on improving student outcomes, expanding access, and advancing innovative delivery models. A former District Teacher of the Year, Dr. Shean brings a practitioner’s perspective to his work, combining deep experience in teaching, leadership, and system-wide change. He remains actively engaged in research, doctoral education, and advisory work across the education landscape.

April 20, 2026Episode 2823 min

Ep 28 - Designing AI for Humans: A Social Scientist’s Approach to the Future of Learning

Meet Our GuestRobert MacAuslan, Vice President of Artificial Intelligence | Southern New Hampshire UniversityDr. Robert MacAuslan is Vice President of Artificial Intelligence at Southern New Hampshire University, where he works on institutional strategy for AI adoption, governance, and implementation. His work focuses on responsible deployment of AI across higher education, including policy, ethics, literacy, and emerging applications that support teaching, learning, and operations. He holds a PhD in Sociology, an MA in Economics, and undergraduate degrees in Psychology and Mandarin Chinese, bringing an interdisciplinary perspective to questions of technology, culture, and organizational change.

April 1, 2026Episode 2729 min

Ep 27 - The Cradle-to-Career Data Shift

Meet Our GuestsClaus von Zastrow, Senior Policy Director | Education Commission of the StatesAs senior policy director, Claus oversees Education Commission of the States’ Policy Team and works with his colleagues to promote timely and relevant education policy and research. He has held senior positions in education organizations for 25 years and has spent much of that time helping diverse stakeholders find consensus on important education issues. Claus is dedicated to ensuring that state leaders have the information and guidance they need to make the best possible decisions affecting young people.Travis Hurst, Senior Project Manager | LearningMate Double LineTravis Hurst is a Senior Project Manager for Double Line and is leading the company's development of the E-W Framework Analysis Tool. Over the last 15 years, he has helped clients tackle tough problems related to managing their Education data.

March 25, 2026Episode 2625 min

Ep 26 - The Revolution in Assessment Design: How LearningMate’s Assessment Item Generator is Leading Change

Meet Our GuestsSagarika Prabhakar, AI and Learning Solution Architect | LearningMateSagarika Prabhakar, an EDSAFE AI Alliance’s Women in AI Fellow (2025), brings 10+ years of experience in education curriculum development and AI-enabled learning design solutions to the EdTech industry. She has held diverse roles as an English Language Trainer, AI-Conversation Designer, and Instructional Designer, specializing in blended e-learning and instructor-led training (ILT).By authoring and presenting at prestigious international conferences showcasing solutions focusing on AI’s impact in education, she has honed her expertise in AI technologies and led AI-driven projects and workflows in educational content platforms, assessment generation, and AI-based tutoring Chatbots, and much more.Ninad Kochkar, Technology Solution Architect | LearningMateWith over 20 years of IT expertise, Ninad Kochkar specializes in architecting scalable, enterprise-grade AI solutions and large-scale microservices systems. As a leader in AI Solutions at LearningMate, he spearheads cutting-edge initiatives in Generative and Agentic AI, orchestrating multimodal content generation specifically for the EdTech domain. His deep technical proficiency spans cloud-native architectures and DevOps, enabling him to drive digital transformation by modernizing legacy systems and implementing intelligent automation for educational content quality and delivery.

February 2, 2026Episode 2523 min

Ep 25 - Redefining Value in Higher Education: Transparency, ROI, and Student Outcomes

Meet Our GuestGeordie Hyland, President and Chief Executive Officer | American College of Education (ACE)Geordie Hyland is the President and Chief Executive Officer of American College of Education. Geordie brings extensive industry experience and leads ACE as an accredited, fully online institution focused on delivering high-quality, flexible, and affordable programs in education, business, leadership, healthcare, and nursing.

January 27, 2026Episode 2426 min

Ep 24 - From Reactive to Proactive: Redefining the Learner Experience Through Partnership and Technology

Meet Our GuestsChrista Goge, Vice President of Learner Engagement Strategies | Penn Foster GroupChrista Goge is currently the Vice President of Learner Engagement Strategies at Penn Foster Group. She spent the last 15 years working in tech education with a focus on improving the student journey, starting from admissions through post-graduation. She cares deeply about leadership and fosters an environment focused on employee growth, development, and inclusion. Priyanka Raju, Senior Vice President of Digital Transformation Solutions | StraivePriyanka Raju is the Senior Vice President of Digital Transformation Solutions at Straive, where she leads the integration of advanced technologies and AI into Customer Experience and Enterprise Operations. With an extensive background in operations, transitions, research, mergers & acquisition, and organizational transformation, Priyanka brings a multidisciplinary perspective to her leadership. At Straive, she focuses on delivering scalable, tech-enabled solutions that drive efficiency and modernization for global enterprises.

December 3, 2025Episode 2331 min

Ep 23 - From Content to Intelligence: The New Era of Digital Learning

Meet Our GuestSesha Bolisetty, Senior Vice President of Higher Education Content Operations | ElsevierSesha Bolisetty is the Senior Vice President of Higher Education Content Operations at Elsevier, where he leads large-scale digital transformation initiatives across global learning ecosystems. With over 20 years of experience in higher education publishing, digital content development, and content technology, he has built a career at the intersection of innovation, scalability, and academic impact.Sesha’s leadership has been instrumental in driving operational excellence through process automation, workflow optimization, and the strategic use of global partnerships. His expertise spans digital courseware design, AI-driven content enhancement, and the implementation of new authoring technologies that make learning more adaptive, engaging, and efficient for faculty and students alike.

November 4, 2025Episode 2226 min

Ep 22 - The Power of Collaboration in Education Innovation

Meet Our GuestJulia Caballero, PhD Vice President of Content Strategy and Quality | Penn FosterJulia Caballero, PhD is the Vice President of Content Strategy and Quality at Penn Foster, focusing on transforming content through innovative methodologies. With a rich background in educational development, Julia has previously held positions at Pearson, Sage, and Forester Research, each contributing to her content strategy and course design expertise. At Penn Foster, she is dedicated to enhancing educational quality and ensuring students complete their courses, leveraging data and strategic partnerships to address the diverse needs of learners.Throughout her career, Julia has been instrumental in redefining roles within content development teams and creating learner-centered, active learning environments. Her leadership emphasizes adding new courses and improving the quality of existing offerings, particularly in high-demand fields such as healthcare and veterinary programs. Julia’s passion for education is evident in her commitment to fostering student engagement and retention through thoughtfully designed educational experiences.

September 4, 2025Episode 2126 min

Ep 21 - Bridging Data Gaps: Helping States Make Smarter Education and Workforce Decisions

Meet Our GuestMatt Warden, Business Head | LearningMate Double LineMatt Warden is a seasoned leader with extensive experience driving data-driven solutions in the education and workforce sectors. As Business Head at LearningMate/Double Line, he leads a team focused on helping states and organizations unlock the full potential of their data to improve decision-making and resource allocation.In his role, Matt oversees the development of innovative tools—such as the analysis tool for the Education-to-Workforce Indicator Framework—that simplify complex datasets and support states in identifying data gaps, integrating information across agencies, and prioritizing impactful interventions. His work centers on improving cross-sector collaboration, addressing equity through data, and enabling smarter policy decisions.Prior to LearningMate Double Line, Matt held key leadership positions where he partnered with government agencies and stakeholders to drive measurable outcomes in education and workforce development. He is recognized for his strategic vision and commitment to leveraging technology to solve real-world challenges in data integration and analysis.

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