Quality Matters

Shaka Mitchell and Caitlin Sienkiewicz

English Education

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Episodes 11

Avg. Duration 23m

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Since Sep 2024

Latest Episode Feb 2025

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About This Podcast

with Shaka Mitchell and Caitlin Sienkiewicz

We speak with experts across industries to see how their perspectives can inform our pursuit of a high-quality education for all students. We are passionate about all students having access to a great education and quality is a driving force behind our work.

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Recent Episodes

S1E7 Quality Matters | Episode 7 | Erik Ellefsen & Ben Bajarin

Feb 21, 2025 47m

Uncovering the Real Drivers of Success in Education and Leadership In this episode of Quality Matters, we sat down with Erik Ellefsen and Ben Bajarin to explore what true educational quality looks…

S1E6 Quality Matters | Episode 6 | Dr. Patrick Wolf

Jan 16, 2025 29m

With insights from his groundbreaking research on school choice and civic outcomes, University of Arkansas professor, Dr. Patrick Wolf reveals how empowering parents to choose schools creates not…

S1 Quality Matters | Episode 5 | Superintendent Alberto Carvalho

Dec 19, 2024 17m Bonus

Join Caitlin and Shaka as they dive into another thought-provoking Breakdown of their interview with Superintendent Alberto Carvalho.

BREAKDOWN: Quality Matters Episode 4 | Dan Hamlin

Dec 05, 2024 16m

Join Caitlin and Shaka as they dive into another thought-provoking Breakdown of their interview with Dan Hamlin. Dan's perspective sheds light on the dynamic landscape of education and the factors…

S1E4 Quality Matters | Episode 4 | Dan Hamlin

Nov 22, 2024 18m

In this episode of Quality Matters, we sit down with Dan Hamlin to explore the vision behind the Emerging School Models Conference, which he co-founded with Paul Peterson. Dan shares insights gained…

S1E6 BREAKDOWN: Quality Matters Episode 3 | Chad Auer

Nov 07, 2024 18m Bonus

Join Caitlin and Shaka as they dive into another thought-provoking Breakdown of their interview with Chad Auer. They explore Chad's insights on transparency as a crucial tool in shaping effective…

Quality Matters | Episode 3 | Chad Auer

Oct 31, 2024 29m

Chad Auer is a Senior Policy Advisor for Wyoming Governor, Mark Gordon, and he is a true renaissance man. Chad is a father, lawyer, rancher, former-mayor, and even a stablecoin architect. He joins…

S1 BREAKDOWN: Quality Matters | Episode 2, Part 2 | Gerard Robinson

Oct 14, 2024 19m Bonus

Each episode of Quality Matters features a Breakdown, where Caitlin and Shaka highlight the most potent parts of their most recent interview. On this episode they breakdown their conversation with…

S1E2 Quality Matters | Episode 2 | Gerard Robinson

Oct 08, 2024 33m

Gerard Robinson is a distinguished professor at the University of Virginia, bringing a wealth of expertise in education policy, criminal justice, and economic mobility. Notably, he is one of the few…

S1E2 BREAKDOWN: Quality Matters | Episode 1, Part 2 | Dr. Ashley Berner

Sep 17, 2024 19m Bonus

Each episode of Quality Matters features a Breakdown, where Caitlin and Shaka highlight the most potent parts of their most recent interview. On this episode they breakdown their conversation with…

S1E1 Quality Matters | Episode 1 | Dr. Ashley Berner

Sep 03, 2024 29m

On this episode Caitlin and Shaka talk with Dr. Ashley Berner, a professor at Johns Hopkins University, about taking a two-pronged approach to quality: choice and common content.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Quality Matters have?

Quality Matters has published 11 episodes since September 2024, covering topics in Education.

Is Quality Matters still active?

Quality Matters is currently dormant with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 23m.