Podcast · Kids & Family
by MacKenzie Price · English · Kids & Family
The Future of Education Podcast is the place to find out what's happening in schools. Our guests are wide and varied, from educators, entrepreneurs, athletes, celebrities, influencers and most importantly-our students! They all have one thing in common- they are passionate about reinventing educatio
9 Oct 2026 · 44 minNew
In this conversation, Terrence shares how adapting the Harvard Business School case method equips parents to build deep critical thinking, refine real-world communication, and raise adaptable children who know how to analyze complex situations on the fly.
S2 · E360 · 2 Oct 2026 · 57 min
In this conversation, Stanford ER physician (and Alpha parent) Dr. Lobo breaks down commonly asked questions in a compilation of essential, doctor-approved best practices for parents.
S2 · E359 · 25 Sep 2026 · 49 min
In this episode, MacKenzie sits down with fellow alternative school founders Gillian Berard (former public school teacher) and Jenna Baggott (former NICU nurse).
S2 · E358 · 18 Sep 2026 · 44 min
In this episode, MacKenzie sits down with Heather Chauvin—former social worker, stage 4 cancer survivor, host of the Emotionally Uncomfortable podcast, and advisor to high-achieving leaders—to talk about how ambitious parents can lead their families without burning out in the process.
S2 · E357 · 11 Sep 2026 · 46 min
MacKenzie and Jackson explain how listeners can hold their own Limitless Meetings for age-appropriate goal-setting and accountability.
S2 · E356 · 4 Sep 2026 · 46 min
In this episode, Mackenzie and Tasha (who is now the Head of School at Alpha!) dive deep into the massive paradigm shift required to accept AI in the classroom, why technology actually increases human interaction, and why giving kids the space to fail might be the most important thing we can do for their future.
S2 · E355 · 28 Aug 2026 · 37 min
In this episode, MacKenzie sits down with Alpha guide Chris Hays to break down the stock market simulation he uses to make investing, risk, and reward click for students.
S2 · E354 · 21 Aug 2026 · 51 min
In this episode, Mackenzie sits down with Alexis Wilson, growth mindset and performance coach, to discuss how parents and educators can help kids break out of fixed mindsets and build genuine self-confidence (hint: empty affirmations without evidence don't work).
S2 · E353 · 14 Aug 2026 · 34 min
Former Principal of the Year Christie Ray joins Mackenzie to break down the critical red, yellow, and green flags parents often don't know to look for in their child's school.
S2 · E352 · 5 Aug 2026 · 52 min
In this episode, MacKenzie breaks down all current Alpha school models, explaining how each operates, who they are built for, and how we’re bringing personalized learning to families everywhere.
S2 · E351 · 31 Jul 2026 · 30 min
Mackenzie sits down with Everest, a fifth-grade student who has mastered the science of learning how to learn, to discuss memorization techniques.
S2 · E350 · 25 Jul 2026 · 25 min
MacKenzie and Maddie break down the growing national reading crisis, the fear of "soft despotism" (and a WALL-E-style future), and why the humanities are emerging as the most crucial toolset for the next generation of leaders.
S2 · E349 · 21 Jul 2026 · 16 min
In this episode, Mackenzie breaks down a groundbreaking Harvard study on student outcomes—which she helped get off the ground—and reveals how Alpha turned those findings into a high-yield motivation model.
S2 · E348 · 17 Jul 2026 · 15 min
In this episode, Mackenzie breaks down the "4 C’s"—the crucial, uniquely human soft skills that will give your kids an unshakeable edge against automated tech.
S2 · E347 · 15 Jul 2026 · 41 min
MacKenzie and Dr. Stef Baduria, Director of K-8 at Alpha, pull back the curtain on how Alpha vets and hires the "best of the best" Guides.
S2 · E346 · 9 Jul 2026 · 25 min
In Part 2 of this post-mortem, MacKenzie and Elle—Alpha guinea pig, valedictorian, and future Stanford attendee—sit down for an honest debrief on how the experiment actually played out.
S2 · E345 · 6 Jul 2026 · 30 min
Alpha Valedictorian Elle joins MacKenzie to share her incredible journey from struggling student to history-making researcher.
S2 · E344 · 3 Jul 2026 · 32 min
Many Montessori apologists decry the use of AI in the classroom, claiming this type of technology is harmful to the learning experience...but our latest experiment actually proves the opposite.
S2 · E343 · 30 Jun 2026 · 10 min
In this episode, MacKenzie breaks down the exact strategies used to build high-agency, avid readers—including a highly controversial, hyper-effective, science-backed weapon: paying kids to read.
S2 · E342 · 27 Jun 2026 · 27 min
MacKenzie and Matt break down a massive systemic flaw: the education system doesn't have a knowledge gap when it comes to behavior management...it has an implementation gap.
S2 · E341 · 24 Jun 2026 · 21 min
In this episode, MacKenzie sits down with the entire GT School Quiz Bowl team to break down how a group of rookies out-thought legacy teams that have been drilling for years.
S2 · E340 · 19 Jun 2026 · 30 min
If you want to know what happens when you stop underestimating teenagers and start giving them real autonomy, this conversation is a must-watch.
S2 · E339 · 17 Jun 2026 · 16 min
MacKenzie breaks down 8 core principles every parent needs to live by to unlock their child's true, self-driven potential.
S2 · E338 · 11 Jun 2026 · 30 min
What are we actually paying for when we write a check for higher education? Is it the elite network? The critical thinking skills? The chance for our kids to meet a future spouse?In Part 2 of this eye-opening interview, Mackenzie continues her conversation with Hannah Maruyama, the founder of Degree Free, to completely dismantle the remaining nostalgic myths surrounding the college campus. Hannah drops a series of shocking industry statistics—from a critical thinking test that 45% of colleges failed, to the reality that 25% of college professors are on welfare benefits.But it’s not all bad…
S2 · E337 · 10 Jun 2026 · 30 min
In this episode, Mackenzie sits down with Hannah Maruyama, the founder of Degree Free, to unpack her strategy on reverse-engineering a successful career without unnecessary debt.
S2 · E336 · 2 Jun 2026 · 18 min
In this episode, Mackenzie breaks down four practical, low-pressure strategies to build a genuine culture of learning in your home this summer.
S2 · E335 · 27 May 2026 · 47 min
In this episode, Mackenzie sits down with Joe Marone, CEO of Alpha Anywhere, to discuss the official global launch of Alpha’s virtual homeschool model.
S2 · E334 · 22 May 2026 · 18 min
Can education actually be screen-free? Are chatbots a concern in AI education? Does technology (like personal laptops) lead to isolation for students? We're discussing all of these hot-button questions in this episode.
S2 · E333 · 20 May 2026 · 15 min
In this episode, we take on the internet critics and break down the crucial distinction between "good" and "bad" digital consumption.
S2 · E332 · 15 May 2026 · 21 min
In this episode, we’re unveiling the exact AI tools we use on a daily basis that actually drive mastery, grit, and high-agency learning.
The Future of Education Podcast is the place to find out what's happening in schools. Our guests are wide and varied, from educators, entrepreneurs, athletes, celebrities, influencers and most importantly-our students! They all have one thing in common- they are passionate about reinventing education to make it relevant and efficient. Our host, MacKenzie Price, is the Co-Founder of 2hr Learning ( 2hourlearning.com ) and some of the top-performing schools in the country. 2 Hour Learning is a groundbreaking school model that is reshaping the landscape of K-12 education. It's powered by AI technology, enabling schools to provide personalized curriculum to students. Our K-12 schools perform in the top 2% nationwide by leveraging this personalize 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 7 Lyons Media (7LyonsMedia.com). Please send press inquiries to mkp@2hourlearning.com.
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