Introducing Educating The Human Potential
02/06/25 • 14 min
Is education preparing children for the world they’ll inherit—or the world of the past? In this premiere episode, hosts Biff Maier and Nicole Coman launch Educating the Human Potential by challenging conventional wisdom about how children learn and thrive.
They explore:
- What’s broken in education and how Montessori principles offer a bold alternative
- The meaning of ‘human potential’—and why it’s more than just academic success
- Why learning differences matter and how to truly support every child
- How parents, educators, and policymakers can rethink the future of education
With deep experience in Montessori education, psychology, and learning development, Biff and Nicole bring insightful, practical, and provocative conversations to this new podcast. This isn’t just a Montessori podcast—it’s a deep dive into what education should be.
Educating the Human Potential: The American Montessori Society Podcast
A podcast about optimizing education for a better society.
Is education preparing children for the world they’ll inherit—or the world of the past? In this premiere episode, hosts Biff Maier and Nicole Coman launch Educating the Human Potential by challenging conventional wisdom about how children learn and thrive.
They explore:
- What’s broken in education and how Montessori principles offer a bold alternative
- The meaning of ‘human potential’—and why it’s more than just academic success
- Why learning differences matter and how to truly support every child
- How parents, educators, and policymakers can rethink the future of education
With deep experience in Montessori education, psychology, and learning development, Biff and Nicole bring insightful, practical, and provocative conversations to this new podcast. This isn’t just a Montessori podcast—it’s a deep dive into what education should be.
Educating the Human Potential: The American Montessori Society Podcast
A podcast about optimizing education for a better society.
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Lisa Ling on Journalism, Curiosity, and the Power of Storytelling
Award-winning journalist Lisa Ling has spent her career uncovering untold stories and bringing hidden perspectives to light. From reporting in war zones at 21 to hosting This Is Life on CNN and joining CBS News, Ling has dedicated herself to educating and informing the public.
In this episode, she shares:
- How her early experiences with Channel One News shaped her as a journalist
- The power of storytelling to foster empathy and global awareness
- The impact of technology and social media on young minds
- Why exposure to diverse histories and perspectives is essential for the future
- How Montessori principles—like curiosity and experiential learning—connect to journalism and education
- Her latest work at CBS News and the role of journalism in a polarized world
This is a must-listen for anyone passionate about journalism, education, and creating a more informed world.
Educating the Human Potential: The American Montessori Society Podcast
A podcast about optimizing education for a better society.
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