In this special anniversary episode, Dr. Sher Downing reflects on the five-year journey of the EdTech Speaks podcast. Born during the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic, the show has evolved into a living documentary of transformation in education, technology, and human-centered innovation. As we enter year six, Sher invites listeners to imagine and create a future where technology enhances human flourishing—not just functionality.

Takeaways/Highlights:

• The podcast began during the pandemic to document the rapid evolution of education and work.

• Early guests were trailblazers adapting in real time to educational upheaval.

• The focus expanded beyond EdTech to include innovation in work, leadership, and digital transformation.

• EdTechSpeaks was named a finalist in the prestigious EdTech Awards, affirming its growing impact.

• The show now serves as a collective archive—a real-time chronicle of five years of global change.

• AI is positioned as a creative partner, not a replacement for human intelligence.

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  💡 The podcast’s next chapter asks: How can we build a future that prioritizes human thriving in a digital world?

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