The Brighter Side of Education: Research, Innovation & Resources

Author: Dr. Lisa Hassler

Hosted by Dr. Lisa Hassler, The Brighter Side of Education: Research, Innovation, & Resources a podcast that offers innovative solutions for education challenges. We bring together research, expert insights, and practical resources to help teachers and parents tackle everything from classroom management to learning differences. Every episode focuses on turning common education challenges into opportunities for growth. Whether you're a teacher looking for fresh ideas or a parents wanting to better support your child's learning, we've got actionable strategies you can use right away. The podcast's music was created by Brandon Picciolini, her son, from The Lonesome Family Band. You can explore more of his work on Instagram.
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Screen-Free Learning That Works: Why Teachers & Parents Love the "Who Smarted" Podcast
Episode 62
Thursday, 10 April, 2025

Send us a textWorried about too much screen time for your kids or students? Discover how the Who Smarted podcast is helping parents and teachers bring back curiosity, focus, and fun — without a screen in sight.In this episode, Jerry Kolber, co-founder of Atomic Entertainment and creator of Who Smarted, shares how his wildly popular educational podcast (with over 3 million downloads!) is changing the game. Learn how short, engaging, screen-free episodes are being used in classrooms and homes to spark learning, boost retention, and cut down on screen addiction.🎧 Why kids engage more with audio than reading 📚 How teachers use podcasts as screen-free learning tools 🧠 The science behind audio comprehension & learning 🎉 Why Who Smarted feels like entertainment but delivers real education✅ Whether you're a parent looking for healthier habits or an educator searching for creative teaching tools, this is your go-to solution.📌 Learn more about ad-free classroom use: whosmarted.com💡 This episode is CPD accredited! Educators can now earn Continuing Professional Development (CPD) minutes by listening.To claim your certificate:Listen to the full episodeVisit thecpd.groupEnter code 800059 to check in and download your certificateStay sharp. Stay certified.Support the showIf you have a story about what's working in your schools that you'd like to share, email me at lisa@drlisahassler.com or visit www.drlisahassler.com. Subscribe, tell a friend, and consider becoming a supporter by clicking the link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2048018/support. The music in this podcast was written and performed by Brandon Picciolini of the Lonesome Family Band. Visit and follow him on Instagram.