Kinwise Conversations in AI shares real stories from leaders and educators exploring how to use AI with care, creativity, and intention. Through weekly podcast episodes, we spotlight educators and leaders who are integrating AI into their work in human-centered and purposeful ways.
Kinwise Conversations in AI:
The Pocketbook Problem: Why We Need Diverse Architects in the Age of AI
Ivanna Gutierrez joins the show to discuss the critical transition from being a consumer of technology to a creator, emphasizing AI literacy as a fundamental requirement for modern equity. Drawing on her experience in both IT consulting and the classroom, she shares how she guides students to use generative AI for problem-solving while maintaining the logical rigor needed for long-term success.
19. The Frontier Classroom: McKenna Akane on Rural Innovation and Emerging Tech
How can educators in rural and underserved communities pioneer the use of cutting-edge technology? Award-winning STEM teacher McKenna Akane shares her incredible journey of bringing AI and VR into her rural Montana classroom. In this episode, she discusses fundraising for VR headsets, winning the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow competition, preserving Indigenous culture with technology, and the importance of creating ethical, human-centered learning experiences for every student.