What Is Smart?

What Is Smart?

Garrett Wilhelm

Episodes 21
Avg. Duration 45m
Activity Dormant
Apple Rating 5.0 (2)
Since Feb 2024
Latest Episode Nov 2025

Publishing Details

Schedule
Weekly
Format
Episodic
Hosting
anchor.fm

About This Podcast

Welcome to the "What Is Smart?" podcast, where we dive deep into the evolving definition of intelligence in today's world. Join us as we explore the multifaceted nature of being smart, from traditional academic achievement to emotional intelligence, creativity, and beyond. Each episode features thought-provoking discussions with educators, psychologists, industry experts, and innovators who share insights and personal stories on how intelligence manifests in various domains of life. Whether you're curious about the latest research in cognitive science, interested in the impact of technology on

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Recent Episodes

S3E2 What Is Smart? w/ Dr. Elizabeth Dean

Nov 13, 2025 38m

Today I’m thrilled to be joined by Dr. Elizabeth Dean—an educator, leader, and researcher who’s spent over 15 years shaping what school could and should look like.

S3E1 What Is Smart w/ Lauren Kaufman

Sep 15, 2025 38m

Lauren Kaufman is currently serving as a district leader for a school district in Long Island, New York.  With two decades in education, she has served as an assistant principal, elementary…

What Is Smart w/ CJ Reynolds

Feb 28, 2025 47m

CJ Reynolds has been a classroom educator almost 20 years, teaching high school Literature and The History of Hip-Hop in West Philadelphia. He is also the author of Teach Your Class Off and the…

What Is Smart w/ Chad Ostrowski

Feb 28, 2025 51m

Chad Ostrowski started his career in education when he was chosen as one of only 50 individuals in Ohio to be granted the Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellowship. Through this fellowship, he received his…

What Is Smart? w/ Lori McEwen

Jul 15, 2024 46m

Helping educators create classrooms & communities of deep & joyful learning. Dr. Lori McEwen is doing the work on the ground to support teachers when they need it most.

What Is Smart? w/ Dr. Trevor Buffone

Jul 10, 2024 47m

Trevor Boffone is Lecturer in the Women's, Gender & Sexuality Studies Program at the University of Houston, USA. His work using Dubsmash and TikTok with his students has been featured on Good…

What Is Smart w/ Cynthia Long

Jun 05, 2024 36m

Cynthia is a Nationally Certified Interpreter with a degree in American Sign Language. She currently works as an interpreter and is the owner of Sign Baby Sign LLC serving teachers across the United…

What Is Smart? w/ Thomas C. Murray

Jun 05, 2024 43m

TOM SERVES AS THE DIRECTOR OF INNOVATION FOR FUTURE READY SCHOOLS. HE HAS TESTIFIED BEFORE THE U.S. CONGRESS AND HAS APPEARED ON VARIOUS TELEVISION AND RADIO SHOWS. MURRAY SERVES AS A REGULAR…

What Is Smart? w/ Joshua Stamper

May 31, 2024 44m

Joshua is the author of Aspire to Lead, Podcaster, leadership coach, education presenter, and Podcast Network Manager for the Teach Better Team. You can stay connected by following @Joshua__Stamper…

What Is Smart? w/ Will Reusch

May 15, 2024 48m

Educator and mentor with a mission to promote viewpoint diversity & critical thinking in high school education. His latest project  @Patterdox  is working to scale critical thinking education…

What Is Smart? w/ Rae Hughart

May 14, 2024 47m

Rae Hughart is the CXO for the Teach Better Team, Former Executive Director of the Association of Illinois Middle-Grade Schools, TEDx Speaker, Educator, and author of “Teachers Deserve It” and “Teach…

What Is Smart w/ Paul France

May 14, 2024 54m

Paul Emerich France is a National Board–Certified Teacher, literacy specialist, keynote speaker, and author of Make Teaching Sustainable, Reclaiming Personalized Learning, and Humanizing Distance…

What Is Smart w/ Erik Francis

May 06, 2024 52m

MAVERIK EDUCATION is owned and operated by Erik M. Francis, M.Ed., M.S., an international author and presenter with over 25 years of experience working in education as a classroom teacher, a site…

What Is Smart? w/ Dr. Thomas Hoerr

Apr 29, 2024 37m

Thomas R. Hoerr, PhD retired after leading the New City School in St. Louis, Missouri for 34 years and is now the Emeritus Head of School. He is currently a Scholar In Residence at the University of…

What Is Smart w/ Lindsay Titus

Apr 19, 2024 40m

Meet Lindsay Titus, a beacon of transformation and empowerment in the world of education, joining us on the 'What is Smart?' podcast. After navigating through her own journey of stress and burnout,…

What Is Smart? w/ Chad Ostrowski

Apr 17, 2024 51m

Chad Ostrowski started his career in education when he was chosen as one of only 50 individuals in Ohio to be granted the Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellowship. Through this fellowship, he received his…

What Is Smart? w/ Danny Joe LaBrecque

Apr 08, 2024 49m

Danny Joe LaBrecque is the creator and host of the preschool series "Danny Joe’s Tree House,” which streams on Sensical.tv from Common Sense Networks, backed by Common Sense Media. You can also find…

What Is Smart - Dr. Heather Greenhalgh-Spencer, Ph.D

Mar 29, 2024 45m

Heather Greenhalgh-Spencer, PhD, is an Associate Dean in the TTU Graduate School and an Associate Professor in Curriculum and Instruction. Her research emerges at the intersection ofEducational…

Episode 3 with Debbie Tannenbaum

Mar 08, 2024 44m

On today's episode, we talk with Debbie Tannenbaum and Tech Educator, author, coach, and mentor in the education and educaton technology space. We learn what she believes "smart" is and how she gets…

S1E2 Episode 2 - Tom Coyle, Founder @ Adventures in Leadership

Mar 01, 2024 40m

On this episode, we talk to Tom Coyle about the future of learning, AI, soft skills, and of course the big question to Tom, what is smart?

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does What Is Smart? have?

What Is Smart? has published 21 episodes since February 2024, covering topics in Education.

Is What Is Smart? still active?

What Is Smart? is currently dormant with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 45m.

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