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EdTech Bites Podcast

Gabriel Carrillo

Education

Frequency: 1 episode/519d. Total Eps: 294

EdTech Bites is a Podcast about all things EdTech and Food hosted by Gabriel Carrillo. He interviews teachers, leaders, and innovators to discuss the latest trends in educational technology. Many times, while sharing a meal together. So subscribe, tell a friend or colleague, and remember that great conversations happen when we break bread with great people. Buen Provecho!

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Ep. 289 | Will AI Kill Critical Thinking? Carl Hooker’s 6 Predictions For 2026

Episode 289

Monday, February 23, 2026 • Duration 40:42

Want to bring your whole district together with one simple tool? ClassDojo for Districts makes it easy to engage families and strengthen school communities—at every level. It’s the number one communication app trusted by millions of K-12 teachers, now with district-wide oversight and controls. From Pre-K to high school, ClassDojo connects your schools and families in one seamless place. Learn more at classdojo.com/districts.

In this episode, Carl Hooker and I unpack six of his bold 2026 edtech predictions, including students becoming the product in the AI economy, the rise of AI generated “pink slime” misinformation, the threat to critical thinking, and the emergence of a unified Teacher Operating System. We also explore wearable tech, social media trust, and the fine line between innovation and surveillance. If you want clarity and practical insight on leading responsibly in an AI saturated world, this conversation is for you.

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EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com
EdTech Bites On Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/edtechbites.bsky.social
EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites
EdTech Bites X: https://twitter.com/edtechbites
EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites
EdTech Bites On TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@edtechbites
EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@edtechbites

About Carl Hooker

Carl Hooker has spent the past 27 years in education as a teacher and administrator focused on the thoughtful integration of technology and innovation in schools. He consults for multiple districts across the country and is a frequent keynote speaker at state and national events. He’s also a 10-time author, 5-time podcast host, advisor to multiple ed tech companies, and National Faculty Emeritus for Future Ready Schools.

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Carl’s Website: https://carlhooker.com
Carl On X: https://x.com/mrhooker
Carl On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hookertech/
Carl On Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/hookertech.bsky.social
Carl On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CarlHookerFanPage
Carl On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CarlHooker

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Ep. 288| How To Go From Stuck to Unstoppable With Barbara Bray

Episode 288

Monday, February 16, 2026 • Duration 26:23

This episode is sponsored by Teq. One of the biggest challenges in schools right now is capacity. Educators are asked to do more, often with new tools, and very little support. Teq helps by combining classroom technology like SMART Boards and STEM resources with professional learning that respects educators’ time and reality. It’s support that makes technology usable, not overwhelming.

Learn more at Teq.com.

Do you ever feel like you’ve lost your “why” as an educator? In this episode, I have a heartfelt conversation with Barbara Bray, author, podcaster, and empowerment coach. She shares how burnout, system overload, and personal challenges can dim your spark… and how to get it blazing again. We discuss the process of rebranding your role in education to redefining purpose after life-altering events. Barbara offers empowering strategies to help you grow, heal, and teach with intention. If you feel like you’ve lost that spark, this episode will leave you ready to rise.

Connect With Gabriel Carrillo

EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com
EdTech Bites On Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/edtechbites.bsky.social
EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites
EdTech Bites X: https://twitter.com/edtechbites
EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites
EdTech Bites On TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@edtechbites
EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@edtechbites

About Barbara Bray

Barbara Bray is an award-winning author, podcast host, and international keynote speaker with over 30 years of expertise empowering women, educators, and thought leaders to navigate meaningful life transitions with clarity and confidence. As a cancer survivor and Story Weaver, she is known for listening deeply and helping people uncover purpose and possibility within their lived experiences. Through her Grow Your Why Collective and signature Purpose Shift: Values Framework, Barbara guides people to reclaim their voice, self-advocate, and become unstoppable—amplifying their influence, impact, and income, even in uncertain times.

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Ep. 252 | Building Skills Brick by Brick: Using Legos for Creativity and STEM With Dan Thomas

Episode 252

Thursday, January 23, 2025 • Duration 27:18

*This episode is sponsored by Class Companion. To learn more and get started, Click Here!

Are Legos just toys, or are they powerful tools for learning? In this inspiring episode, I chat with Dan Thomas, a middle school STEM teacher known for using Legos to spark creativity and enhance student learning. We explore how these colorful bricks encourage Creativity, Critical Thinking, Collaboration, and Communication—all while making learning fun! Whether you're a Lego enthusiast or a skeptic, you'll discover how they can transform your classroom into a hands-on, engaging learning environment. Buen provecho!

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EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com
EdTech Bites On Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/edtechbites.bsky.social
EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites
EdTech Bites X: https://twitter.com/edtechbites
EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites
EdTech Bites On TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@edtechbites
EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@edtechbites

About Dan Thomas

Dan is a STEM teacher from Jamestown NY which is south of Buffalo. He has been teaching for 32 years at the same school that he graduated from. He is passionate about STEM Topics, PBL and play in the classroom. His goal is for students to understand and learn how to apply their knowledge and skills because that is where the true learning happens.

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Ep. 117: Content Creation w/ Claudio Zavala At TCCA

Episode 117

Wednesday, October 26, 2022 • Duration 23:28

In this episode, I chat with Claudio Zavala while at TCCA. He tells us how he dove into content creation and how his love for Adobe products took his content and career to the next level. This is episode 1 of 11 that were recorded at TCCA. Each episode will be released daily for the next 11 days so make sure you're subscribed to the podcast to hear all about TCCA. Buen Provecho!

This episode is sponsored by Smore. Everyone struggles to keep families informed. That's why Smore offers a one-stop-shop solution for school communications. Their easy-to-use online newsletter tool lets educators create interactive updates that parents actually read. Kickstart communication with templates made for schools. Use features like automatic translation to reach more families. Smore is built with education in mind, which is why it's trusted by educators in nearly every school district in the United States. Help busy parents stay connected to what's going on. And don't rely on a paper flyer to survive the trip home.

To learn more, visit www.smore.com/podcast?utm_source=edtechbites for an exclusive offer.

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EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com
EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites
EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites
EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites
EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZcyW4BkCFQ5P2BLK61xg

Ep 104: All Things Lumio w/ Carrie Shell And Kelly Miksch

Episode 104

Friday, March 25, 2022 • Duration 37:33

In this episode, I chat all things Lumio with Carrie Shell and Kelly Miksch. Both Carrie and Kelly are Lumio power users and give us some insight on how their district is using it for authentic, impactful instruction with students. They give us some examples on how their teachers are using it with the littles as well as at the high school level. Oh and one more thing… We chow down on some Shake Shack burgers and fries while we have this discussion. Give this episode a listen and make sure you check out Lumio for yourself using the links below. Buen provecho!

Connect With Gabriel Carrillo

EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com
EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites
EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites
EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites
EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZcyW4BkCFQ5P2BLK61xg

About Carrie Shell

Carrie Shell is a passionate educator with a strong focus on student centered learning. She focuses on how to utilize technology to transform ways students can express their ideas and work. In her own education she pursues practices that focus on creating engaging environments using research-based strategies. She specializes in embracing relationships to grow with others and create success together.

About Kelly Miksch

Kelly Miksch is an experienced educator trained in diverse teaching strategies, academic methodologies, and student-centered classrooms. She is a passionate and innovative educator with over 25 years of combined experiences as an instructional coach & designer, community advocate and educator. As a lifelong learner, she embraces a wide variety of learning methodologies and modalities that promote growth and development. She specializes in building positive relationships to inspire those she works with and develop strong strategies to impact success and growth to achieve positive outcomes.

Ep. 91: Roxi, Coaching During A Pandemic, And Sandwiches

Episode 91

Tuesday, June 15, 2021 • Duration 40:58

In this episode, I chat with previous Roxi Thompson to look at how coaching was redefined during the pandemic. We reflect on our jobs as educational coaches a year later and examine what we learned and how we will move forward with these new skills. We connected during our lunch times so what better food to share virtually during lunch than a good sandwich! It's a great episode that any instructional or edtech coach can learn from and more importantly, use as a means as a reflection. So grab yourself a sandwich and give this episode a listen. Buen provecho!

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EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com
EdTech Bites Twitter: https://twitter.com/edtechbites
EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites
EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites
EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQCZcyW4BkCFQ5P2BLK61xg

About Roxi Thompson

Roxi Thompson has ten years of experience in education, which includes eight years as a Social Studies teacher at the elementary and middle school levels. She spent the last two years serving as an Education Technology Specialist for the Washington Elementary School District in Glendale, Arizona. Next year, she will be taking on a new role as the district's first Instructional Technology Coach with a focus on working 1:1 with teachers to drive impactful technology use in schools across the district. Part of this new role will include supporting teachers in the district's first "Distance Learning Program" for families who choose a 100% online learning environment for their students. Roxi is passionate about empowering teachers to utilize technology to create powerful learning experiences for students.

Ep. 281 | Why Most Teachers Get Student Voice Totally Wrong

Episode 281

Tuesday, November 11, 2025 • Duration 35:10

Want to bring your whole district together with one simple tool? ClassDojo for Districts makes it easy to engage families and strengthen school communities—at every level. It's the number one communication app trusted by millions of K-12 teachers, now with district-wide oversight and controls. From Pre-K to high school, ClassDojo connects your schools and families in one seamless place. Learn more at classdojo.com/districts.

What if your students had the power to shape your lessons—and it actually worked? In this insightful conversation, educator and author Jennifer Casa-Todd joins us to break down the real meaning of student voice. From her work with high schoolers and pre-service teachers to co-authoring a book with a student, Jennifer shares how to move from "listening" to "collaboration" to full-on student leadership.

You'll learn:

Why asking students to "keep it, ditch it, tweak it" transforms your teaching
How classroom committees build purpose and belonging
The surprising ways students are using AI to innovate (not just cheat)
Why your mindset—not your method—is the biggest roadblock

This episode will have you rethinking the role of students in everything from curriculum design to digital citizenship. Time to put the "co" in co-creator!

Connect With Gabriel Carrillo

EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com
EdTech Bites On Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/edtechbites.bsky.social
EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites
EdTech Bites X: https://twitter.com/edtechbites
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Ep. 280 | Don't Start a Drone Club Until You Hear This w/ Frankie Baker

Episode 280

Thursday, October 30, 2025 • Duration 01:00:50

Hear that? That's the sound of STEM careers taking off. Meet CoDrone EDU from Robolink — the drone made for classrooms and competitions and the sponsor for this episode. It's safe, durable, and fixable — with no FAA license or assembly required to fly and help every student feel more confident in a tech-driven world. Students fly CoDrone EDU three ways: manually, coded with Blockly, or coded with Python. See how over 7 thousand schools have proven you CAN have drones in classrooms, buzz and all, at www.robolink.com

Ever wondered how to get a drone club off the ground—without crashing it on day one? In this episode, we're joined by Frankie Baker, former classroom teacher turned Community Manager at Robolink, to break down the big wins (and mistakes) teachers make when bringing drones into their schools.

From fixable, flyable classroom drones to career-ready skills and whale snot (yes, really), we're covering everything you didn't know you needed to know about drones in education. Whether you're drone-curious or halfway to competition day, this episode will give you the real talk, the how-tos, and a few good laughs.

In This Episode, You'll Learn:

The real reason most teachers fail at starting a drone club
Why drones aren't just toys—and how they build real-world skills
A $250 drone that doesn't need an FAA license? Yep.
Free curriculum + PD that makes drone clubs teacher-friendly
Student-led learning in action: from Earth Day bees to conference presenters
Why Frankie's Twitter handle is "BaconEdTech"
A food segment featuring sourdough gone wrong and pan de muerto done right
Gabriel's Sourdough Pan De Muerto Recipe

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Ep. 277 | Human First: Teaching Smarter Using AI Optimism w/ Becky Keene

Episode 277

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 • Duration 23:27

In this episode, Becky Keene and I explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping education. We unpack the role of AI in lesson planning, student engagement, and teacher productivity—while keeping the human-first approach at the center. Learn how to create better AI prompts, leverage tools like ChatGPT, and avoid the hype while embracing the helpful. Ideal for educators looking to enhance teaching with technology. Buen provecho!

Connect With Gabriel Carrillo

EdTech Bites Website: https://edtechbites.com
EdTech Bites On Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/edtechbites.bsky.social
EdTech Bites Instagram: https://instagram.com/edtechbites
EdTech Bites X: https://twitter.com/edtechbites
EdTech Bites Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/edtechbites
EdTech Bites On TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@edtechbites
EdTech Bites YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@edtechbites

About Becky Keene

Becky Keene is an educator, author, and speaker focused on innovative teaching and learning. She specializes in instructional coaching, game-based learning, and integrating AI into education to empower students as creators. She has developed esports programs for schools and explores immersive learning through games. Becky speaks globally on AI in education and has spent over 20 years designing professional learning experiences for teachers. A National Board Certified Teacher, she spent 15 years teaching, coaching, and leading programs in public schools. She is the author of the book AI Optimism and holds an MS Ed in early literacy.

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Ep. 276 | Smarter Schools With AI Data: Doowii's Big Idea w/ Ben Dodson

Episode 276

Tuesday, September 2, 2025 • Duration 37:30

This episode is sponsored by Doowii. Doowii brings all of your district's data together. When data is scattered across systems and buried in outdated reports, it's hard to turn that data into action. Doowii connects your SIS, LMS, assessments, staffing, financial data, and more into one secure, conversational intelligence platform designed for all educators. No extra strain on your district's resources, just faster, smarter decisions. Hungry for better insights? Visit doowii.io to learn more and see it in action.

If your school's data could talk, would it ask for help? Or maybe just a better dashboard? In this episode, I chat with Ben Dodson, founder and CEO of Doowii, a cutting-edge AI-powered data platform built specifically for education. Ben shares how his tech background (hello, Google and Snapchat!) inspired him to leap into the world of EdTech to solve one of education's messiest problems: siloed, underutilized data.

We cover:

🔍 What exactly Doowii does (and how it's more than just a dashboard tool)
🧠 How natural language queries make data accessible for everyone—no SQL required!
🏫 Real use cases from school districts and universities (hello, bell schedule analytics!)
⏱️ How Doowii helps admins reclaim hours of reporting time
🔐 The importance of security, privacy, and ethical AI use in student data
🧭 Using predictive models to flag support needs before students slip through the cracks

Plus, Ben answers the ultimate question: Corn or flour tortilla?

If you're tired of waiting a week for that failing student report, this episode is your invitation to reimagine how data works for you…not against you.

Learn more or book a demo: https://doowii.io

Listen now and get inspired to make data your district's new superpower.

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