Entertainment Education: The Podcast

The One with Disney

On this episode of Entertainment Education: The Podcast - The One with Disney, we explore how Disney’s iconic storytelling principles, like “show, don’t tell” and transformative character arcs, don’t just entertain, but also educate, inspire, and shape classroom experiences. We’ll talk about everything from how Disney fandom can become a powerful academic and professional pursuit, to the evolving role of Disney’s cultural messaging now that it owns powerhouses like Marvel and Star Wars. Plus, we'll hear about our guests' latest projects and how they bring a bit of Disney magic into their everyday teaching. My ride buddies for the evening are Dr. Rebecca Rowe, Professor and Editor of International Journal of Disney Studies, and Dr. Priscilla Hobbs, Associate Dean and author.

The One with Narratives and Literature

On this episode of Entertainment Education: The Podcast – The one with Narratives and Literature, we explore how narratives and literature intersect with entertainment education in the classroom to create a movement and social change. This episode blends scholarly insight with playful exchanges, offering both educators and literature fans a thoughtful conversation on how stories teach, transform, and entertain. Grab your favorite book and cosy into your favorite chair to read, as my co-authors for this episode are Drs. Erin Mann, Dean of Humanities and Fine Arts, and Michelle Anya Anjirbag, Lecturer and Researcher in Fantasy

The One with Legacy Media

On this episode of Entertainment Education: The Podcast - The One with Legacy Media, we unpack the enduring value of legacy media in today’s fast-moving digital landscape. Together, we explore how platforms like radio, print, and public broadcasting continue to shape educational messages, often in ways modern media still can’t replicate. From the role of PBS and NPR to the surprising resurgence of radio dramas and comics, this episode dives into how old-school formats can still teach, inspire, and entertain. My evening news cohosts for this episode are Dr. Julia Kuttler, McPhearson College, and Professor Len Assante, Volunteer State Community College.

The One with Video Games

On this episode of Entertainment Education: The Podcast - The One with Video Games, grab your friends and let’s challenge them to a Super Smash Bros. contest. We grab our controllers and discuss how video games can be an effective teaching method. There are so many elementary schools now that use video games to teach subjects like math, and the world is only opening up and leveling up from there. Joining me this episode as my players 2 and 3 are Dr. Medgar Roberts and Brian Raica.

The One with AI

On this episode of Entertainment Education: The Podcast - The One with AI In the Classroom, Chat GPT is not running this episode, but the roundtable of guests joining me are! Tracy Schorle, College Professor and VP of industry, Debra Brandt, K12 and College Educator, Brittany Clark, College Professor, Amanda Czuprynski, College Professor & PhD Student, and Sarah Ivy Carson, Return Adult College Student. We have a roundtable discussion in this episode on how AI has not only changed the classroom, but the world. Join us as we delve into AI, but first, a message from the King of Pop himself, Michael Jackson!