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Welcome to the whyknowledgematters podcast! the whyknowledgematters podcast shares inspiring, empowering, and transformative educational content across worldviews, disciplines, and continents. To contribute, build on, and improve humankind's extraordinary achievements. Our guests: Made to make a difference.

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  • S3E137 | Redefining Learning for the Future | Foundation Distinguished Professor Dr. Yong Zhao | E137
    Jun 27 2025

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    In this conversation, Professor Dr. Yong Zhao discusses the need to redefine learning in the context of modern education, emphasizing the importance of personalized learning that caters to individual strengths and interests. He highlights the significance of embracing diversity in education and the role of self-discovery in finding purpose. The discussion also touches on the importance of social relationships over mere success, the responsibilities that come with freedom in a democratic society, and the future of America as it relates to education and individual empowerment.
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    Yong Zhao is a Foundation Distinguished Professor in the School of Education at the University of Kansas and a professor in Educational Leadership at the Melbourne Graduate School of Education in Australia. He previously served as the Presidential Chair, Associate Dean, and Director of the Institute for Global and Online Education in the College of Education, University of Oregon, where he was also a Professor in the Department of Educational Measurement, Policy, and Leadership. Prior to Oregon, Yong Zhao was University Distinguished Professor at the College of Education, Michigan State University, where he also served as the founding director of the Center for Teaching and Technology, executive director of the Confucius Institute, as well as the US-China Center for Research on Educational Excellence. He is an elected member of the National Academy of Education and a fellow of the International Academy of Education.

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    Website: zhaolearning.com

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  • S3E136 | The Pursuit of Meaningful Goals | Furkhan Dandia | E136
    Jun 20 2025

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    In this conversation, Furkhan Dandia, a certified counselor in psychology (MA & MBA), discusses the complexities of anger, its impact on mental health, and the importance of self-reflection. He explores profound themes surrounding mortality, the search for meaning, and the importance of making conscious choices in life. He discusses the impact of one's environment on mental health, the necessity of connecting with something greater than oneself, and the insights gained from Jungian psychology. The dialogue emphasizes the significance of honesty in personal transformation and the challenges individuals face when confronting change. Ultimately, it highlights the beauty of life through meaningful connections and the pursuit of self-discovery.

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  • S3E135 | Strategy & Life | Brig. Gen. Dr. Moazzem Hossain | E135
    Jun 13 2025

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    In this conversation, Dr. Moazzem Hossein discusses the relevance of Alexander the Great's strategies in modern business and leadership. He emphasizes the importance of military strategy in formulating business strategies, the significance of decisive points in decision-making, and the essential attributes of effective leadership. The discussion also highlights the need for contingency planning and the role of leaders in nurturing their teams while maintaining focus on organizational goals. In this conversation, Dr. Moazzem Hossain discusses the importance of harmony within organizations, emphasizing the need for leaders to foster a culture of playfulness and eliminate fear to enhance creativity and productivity. He shares personal experiences and insights on building trust, effective communication, and learning from nature to develop successful leadership strategies.

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