Future of Education Podcast

Mackenzie Price (Produced by: I Hear Everything)

The Future of Education Podcast guides parents eager to enrich their children’s academic journey, life skills, and emotional wellness. Hear conversations with educational innovators as they share what parents can do to help their kids thrive. Discover tools, methods, and resources through discussions exploring today’s educational practices and ways to support your children’s growth at school and home. Our host, MacKenzie Price, is the Co-Founder of 2hr Learning (2hourlearning.com) and Alpha School (alpha.school) – two groundbreaking ventures that are reshaping the landscape of K-12 education. 2hr Learning is a learning program powered by AI technology, enabling schools to provide personalized curriculum to students. Alpha.school is a K-12 school that performs in the top 2% nationwide by leveraging the 2hr Learning model to help students love school, learn twice as much, and build life skills. MacKenzie is at the forefront of educational transformation, striving for a balanced and enriching learning experience for every child.  She graduated with a BA in Psychology from Stanford University and resides in Austin, Texas, with her husband and two daughters. The Future of Education podcast is produced by I Hear Everything (iheareverything.com). Please send press inquiries to [email protected].

  • 24 minutes 45 seconds
    S2E244: From Special Ed to Undefeated MMA Fighter: Daniel Puder’s Story (Part 1)

    In this episode of Future of Education, MacKenzie sits down with Daniel Puder, former WWE star and undefeated MMA fighter, for a raw look at the early struggles that shaped him. From being bullied and placed in special ed to cleaning toilets just to afford a gym membership, Daniel shares how adversity fueled his grit and drive. He opens up about going to juvie, facing mental health challenges, and ultimately finding his own unconventional path to success.

    8 July 2025, 10:14 pm
  • 30 minutes 53 seconds
    S2E243: Building a Future-Ready School with Gabi Immelman, Creator of Mindjoy

    In this episode of Future of Education, MacKenzie sits down with Gabi Immelman, the co-founder & CEO of Mindjoy, to explore how AI-first tools can revolutionize education. They discuss surprising indicators of true school innovation, why student motivation matters more than teacher performance, and how many schools are failing to create the meaning and connection young people need to thrive.

    3 July 2025, 1:00 pm
  • 22 minutes 53 seconds
    S2E242: Teachers 2.0 - With Guide Bryan and Student Eddy (Part 1)

    In this episode, MacKenzie sits down with Alpha Guide Bryan and his student, Eddy, to discuss the role of Guides at Alpha. They share insight into Alpha’s unique life skills workshops, how students are taught to take ownership of their learning, and what school looks like with no teachers!

    1 July 2025, 6:59 pm
  • 18 minutes 25 seconds
    S2E241: Shopping Sprees for Good Grades? Alpha Students Ella and Eva Tell All

    Alpha students Ella and Eva join MacKenzie to talk about their mental health app for teen girls, built as part of a school project- but that’s just the beginning. They dive into the unique ways Alpha emphasizes motivation models, including a system where students earn customized rewards for hitting academic goals. From building real-world tools to boosting confidence in and out of the classroom, this episode gives a front-row look at what happens when students take the lead.

    27 June 2025, 9:58 pm
  • 13 minutes 13 seconds
    S2E240: Why This 12-Year-Old Moved Across the Country for School (Part 2)

    In Part 2 of our conversation with Rourke, a 12-year-old student at Alpha, we dive deeper into what life is really like at school. 

    26 June 2025, 3:23 pm
  • 18 minutes 14 seconds
    S2E239: Why This 12-Year-Old Moved Across the Country for School (Part 1)

    In this episode, MacKenzie chats with Rourke, a 12-year-old Alpha student who moved from New York City to Austin, Texas to attend our flagship location of Alpha School. Rourke shares what her traditional school experience was like in Manhattan, what made her family choose Alpha, and how the two models compare from a student’s point of view.

    20 June 2025, 1:00 pm
  • 19 minutes 59 seconds
    S2E238: Alpha Dads Tell All: Parenting Wins, Fails, and Real Talk (Part 2)

    In Part 2 of our conversation with Alpha dads, MacKenzie asks the dads to reflect on their biggest parenting wins, proud moments, and yes—their most memorable fails. They also share honest feedback about Alpha, what they love, and where they think there’s still room to grow. It’s a candid, thoughtful conversation about raising kids in a world that’s changing fast.

    18 June 2025, 3:41 pm
  • 22 minutes 56 seconds
    S2E237: “School Taught Me Nothing About Business” - YouTuber FaZe Blaze on Turning Gaming into a Business

    Blazify has over 3.6 million subscribers on YouTube—but he’ll be the first to tell you school didn’t teach him how to get there. In this episode, he opens up about growing up, how video games taught him real-life skills, and everything he had to learn outside the classroom to build his business. Now he’s branching out beyond YouTube, even launching his own chocolate product that’s sold in Walmart. This is a story about creativity, hustle, and rewriting the rules of success.

    16 June 2025, 10:40 pm
  • 19 minutes 55 seconds
    S2E235: How Work Ethic Took College Student Kendall Maynard from Straight A's to 2M Followers

    In this episode of Future of Education, MacKenzie sits down with Kendall Maynard—a small-town girl, straight-A student, and rising influencer with over 2 million followers on TikTok. Kendall shares how playing soccer shaped her discipline, why dreaming big matters even when you're from a tiny town, and how her sudden social media success has opened doors she never imagined. From work ethic to wild opportunities, this is a conversation about building a future that doesn’t follow the traditional playbook.

    14 June 2025, 12:30 pm
  • 23 minutes 59 seconds
    S2E234: Alpha Dads Talk Alternative Education (Part 1)

    In this episode, MacKenzie sits down with three Alpha dads to hear why they chose a different path for their kids' education. They reflect on their own school experiences, what stood out about Alpha’s model, and how their children have grown since making the switch. From academics to confidence and independence, these dads open up about what really matters when choosing a school—and why alternative education is gaining traction.

    13 June 2025, 3:08 pm
  • 19 minutes 36 seconds
    S2E215: Can A.I. Replace Teachers? Inside the Alpha Model with Guide Jawaan (Part 2)

    In Part 2 of our conversation, MacKenzie sits down again with Alpha Guide Jawaan to explore how artificial intelligence is used inside the classroom at Alpha. They discuss how A.I. supports Alpha’s 2-Hour Learning model, what it can and can’t replace, and the evolving role of teachers in an A.I.-powered school. If you’ve ever wondered whether technology can take the place of a real educator, this episode offers key insight.

    6 June 2025, 11:29 pm
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