Edutainment Learning

Edutainment Learning

by Ralph Krauss
EducationEducation for Kids
Season 1

Dame Jocelyn Bell Burnell: Astrophysicist at the University of Oxford

Dame Susan Jocelyn Bell Burnell is an astrophysicist from Northern Ireland who, as a postgraduate student, discovered the first radio pulsars in 1967. The discovery eventually earned the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1974. Bell Burnell was president of the Royal Astronomical Society from 2002 to 2004, president of the Institute of Physics from October 2008 until October 2010, and interim president of the Institute following the death of her successor, Marshall Stoneham, in early 2011. She was Chancellor of the University of Dundee from 2018 to 2023. In 2018, she was awarded the Special Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics. Following the announcement of the award, she decided to use the $3 million (£2.3 million) prize money to establish a fund to help female, minority and refugee students to become research physicists. The fund is administered by the Institute of Physics. In 2021, Bell Burnell became the second female recipient (after Dorothy Hodgkin in 1976) of the Copley Medal.
S1 · E116
Feb 27, 2025
12:29

Maria Alejandra Albarracin: Project Manager and Publicist at Mr.305 Records

Maria Alejandra Albarracin is a passionate and creative professional fluent in English and Spanish. Her experience includes roles at Nevarez Communications and NBCUniversal Telemundo, where she developed skills in public relations, social media, and journalism. As the Assistant Vice Chair of Membership for the Miami Chapter of WomenInMusic, she's showcased leadership and a dedication to empowering women in the industry. Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!
S1 · E115
Feb 25, 2025
19:10

Gary G: Owner of Houdini Wraps

Gary G., owner of Houdini Car Wraps, is a creative entrepreneur with a passion for custom vehicle design. Starting with a love for cars, Gary turned his talent for customization into a thriving business known for bold, high-quality auto wraps, from sleek color changes to commercial fleet graphics. In this Edutainment Learning interview, Gary will give students a behind-the-scenes look at the exciting world of auto wrapping, sharing how designs are created, wraps are applied, and technology shapes the industry. His journey from hobbyist to successful business owner offers inspiration for students to turn their passions into future careers. Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!
S1 · E114
Feb 20, 2025
24:43

Alicia Dean: Marketing Promotions & Events Specialist at Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc.

Alicia Dean is a Marketing Promotions and Events Specialist professional with 14 years of demonstrated experience in developing and executing marketing and event plans, working with many celebrities and VIPs, and also extremely organized, detail-oriented, and reliable. Previous to Marketing, Dean has worked with various TV production companies and networks, facilitating hundreds of on location shoots at Graceland including The Travel Channel, Dancing With The Stars, The Food Network, MTV, CMT, Annie Leibovitz in addition to multiple broadcasts of CNN's Larry King Live, ABC’s GMA and NBC’s The Today Show. One of her biggest projects was working with Artist Den on producing and facilitating a concert and video production of Kid Rock’s performance at Graceland. Alicia currently co-hosts a weekly radio show on Sirius/XM’s Elvis Radio called “The Graceland Beat.” The Graceland Beat is your Elvis Radio weekly “magazine-style” radio show featuring news, info, and features fans from all around the world. Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!
S1 · E113
Feb 18, 2025
27:10

Ron Vachris: CEO of Costco

Ron began his career in 1982 with the Price Company in the Phoenix, Arizona market. Ron held several management positions in operations before being promoted to Warehouse Manager in Colorado in 1992. After 7 years as a Warehouse Manager in both Colorado and Arizona, Ron was promoted to Vice President of Operations in the San Diego Region in 1999. In 2010, Ron moved to Washington where he was promoted to Senior Vice President of the Northwest Region. August 2015, Ron started in the Real Estate department, working on International and Domestic New Markets and Expansion. Shortly after, Ron became the Executive Vice President of merchandising in July 2016. In February 2022, Costco’s Board of Directors appointed Ron to the position of President and Chief Operating Officer. He was also elected to the Board of Directors. In January 2024, Ron became the third Chief Executive Officer of Costco Wholesale. Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!
S1 · E112
Feb 13, 2025
25:09

Josie Balka: Poet, Broadcaster, and Voiceover Artist

Meet Josie Balka: a Canadian author, media personality, and voice-over artist who describes herself as the happiest sad girl you’ll ever meet. With a talent for bringing people together, Josie’s poetry resonates deeply by exploring shared human experiences. Though she has been creating content for years, it was her embrace of vulnerability that allowed her to connect more meaningfully with her audience. Through her work, Josie offers a heartfelt exploration of life’s complexities and the beauty of connection. Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!
S1 · E111
Feb 11, 2025
26:31

Bianca Duarte: Co Founder and President of LogicWing

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S1 · E110
Feb 6, 2025
23:06

Bob Wilson: Speaks to students about his career in business

Mr. Robert N. Wilson, a longtime leader in the pharmaceutical, medical device and biotech industries, is the former Chairman of Johnson & Johnson, PhRMA, Synta Pharmaceuticals Corporation, Caxton Health Holdings and Mevion Systems. Mr. Wilson was also a member of the board of directors of both Charles Schwab Corporation and Hess Corporation. Mr. Wilson’s career at Johnson & Johnson notably included 15 years as the Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors and 20 years on the executive committee, working to expand the pharmaceutical, device and diagnostics programs. Mr. Wilson is an alumnus of Georgetown College. Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!
S1 · E109
Feb 4, 2025
59:48

Kelley Jones: Kelley Jones Hospitality

Kelley Jones is the founding partner of both Leverage Hospitality Group and Hospitality Alliance and is also the principal of Kelley Jones Hospitality with offices in New York City, Dallas and Las Vegas. Kelley and his Hospitality Alliance partners are creating, curating and master planned Food Halls in Dallas, Las Vegas and Fort Worth. He recently opened Emmitt’s Vegas with Hall of Fame running back Emmitt Smith on the Las Vegas Strip and is opening Social Station in Henderson, Nevada. Jones launched Gaku Ramen, loosely translated in Japanese to “educated noodle”, in Burlington Vermont, Boulder and Fort Collins Colorado with a planned expansion into college towns across North America. Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!
S1 · E108
Jan 30, 2025
23:39

Cullen Jones: World Record Olympic Gold Medalist

Cullen Jones is a world champion swimmer, world record holder and Olympic gold medalist who has made it his mission to spread the important message of water safety and drowning prevention. After a near-drowning experience as a child, Cullen was immediately put in swim lessons, where it became clear very quickly that he had a natural talent as a swimmer. Cullen worked tirelessly to shatter stereotypes and to help promote diversity and inclusion in the sport. He became the first African American man to win a gold medal at the World University Games in 2005, and the first Black swimmer to hold a World Record. In his Olympic swimming career, Cullen won 4 medals - earning a gold medal in 2008 in the 4x100 Freestyle Relay - also known as the Greatest Relay in Olympic History - then 2 silvers (4x100m freestyle relay and 50m freestyle) and a gold medal in 4x100 medley relay the 2012 games. Now retired from competitive swimming, Cullen continues to make waves for water safety, advocating for access to life-saving swim lessons for ALL children. Cullen serves as an ambassador and board member of the USA Swimming Foundation, the philanthropic arm of USA Swimming, and works with Goldfish Swim School to advocate for water safety and enjoy being a Goldfish Dad to his son Ayvn. Are you an educator? Go to edutainmentlearning.com/podcasts to download student worksheets for every episode!
S1 · E107
Jan 28, 2025
24:25
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