Powerful Learning Podcast
Episodes
Seven Proven Strategies to Master Self-Regulated Learning (Backed by Science)
15 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Want to study smarter, remember more, and achieve better results? In this episode, I share seven proven, research-backed strategies from the science o...
Self-Regulated Learning Explained: How to Become Your Own Teacher
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We explore one of the most powerful and underrated concepts in education: Self-Regulated Learning. Backed by decades of research, Self-Regulated Learn...
7 Big Problems with IQ Tests (That No One Talks About)
27 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We take a critical look at some of the biggest problems with IQ testing: from statistical circularity and cultural bias, to inflated correlations and ...
How We Measure Intelligence (And How We Get It Wrong)
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we take a measured look at the history, science, and ongoing debate surrounding IQ testing. From the early days of phrenology and Gal...
Does IQ Really Matter? What the Science Actually Says
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Does intelligence even matter? And what role does IQ play in this? Can we use IQ scores to predict important life outcomes for people and populations?...
What Is Intelligence? The Shocking Truth About IQ and Success
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What is Intelligence? 🧠Ever wondered what intelligence really means — and why it matters so much for school, work, and life? This episode takes y...
AI vs Human Intelligence: Who Wins and Who Loses in the Future of Education?
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are we entering an age of Artificial Intelligence… or Human Stupidity?In this provocative recording, Dr. Luke Rowe takes us on a tour of the most pr...
Understanding Intelligence (Part 2 of 2): Expert vs. Google Notebook LM
18 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (Part 2 of 2), we dive even deeper into the science of intelligence and how Google's Notebook LM measures up. Dr. Luke Rowe conti...
Understanding Intelligence (Part 1 of 2): Expert vs. Google Notebook LM
12 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (Part 1 of 2), an intelligence expert puts Google's new Notebook LM podcast feature to the test. Join Dr. Luke Rowe, as we listen...
7 Hidden Cognitive Biases Sabotaging Your Learning—and How to Stop Them! (MASTERCLASS)
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you really learning as effectively as you think, or are hidden mental shortcuts holding you back? This episode involves a 'Masterclass' ...
The Ultimate Guide to Learning Anything Better – Life-Changing Tips for Mastery (Book Summary)
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Ultimate Guide to Learning Anything Better - with Scott H. Young's "Get Better at Anything: 12 Maxims for Mastery" (Book Summary an...
Why We Remember by Charan Ranganath | The Science of Memory Explained! (Book Summary)
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered why we forget more than we remember? Why do memories with personal meaning tend to stick? Are memories more about the past, the present,...
5 Proven Study Tips to Ace Your Exams and Get into College (Backed by Science) | EXTRA EVIDENCE EDITION
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
🎓 5 Proven Study Tips to Ace Your Exams and Get into College (Backed by Science) | EXTRA EVIDENCE EDITION with Learning Scientist and University Le...
Mastering Metacognition: Learn How to Learn and Become Your Own Teacher (Part 3 of 3: Elevating Learner Success Series)
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore the powerful role of metacognition in learning and education. Metacognition, or "monitoring and regulating our though...
5 Scientifically Proven Study Tips to Ace Your Exams and Get Into College with Dr. Luke Rowe (Abridged Version)
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
🎓 5 Scientifically Proven Study Tips for Success, Ace Your Exams, and Get Into College with Dr. Luke Rowe 🎓This is an abridged version of the ep...
Level Up Your Learning with Luke Rowe's R.I.D.E Model of Powerful Practice (Part 2 of 3: Elevating Learner Success Series)
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Level-up your learning and unlock your expertise with Luke's R.I.D.E Model of Powerful Practice to help you master ANYTHING! (Part 2 of 3)This vi...
Rethinking How We Learn (Part 1 of 3: Elevating Learner Success Series)
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rethinking How We Learn: The Power of Deep and Meaningful LearningJoin me on another learning adventure by rethinking how we learn. We'll investi...
Make It Stick (A Book Review)
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Unlock the secrets to powerful learning with our deep dive into ‘Make It Stick: The Science of Successful Learning’, by by Peter C. Brown, Henry L...
Mastering Influence: Brain-Based Strategies for Impactful Learning
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mastering Influence: Brain-Based Strategies for Impactful LearningWelcome to the "Powerful Learning Podcast"! 🌟 In this episode, I summ...
Series 2. Episode 17. Study Smarter, Not Harder, with Professor Sean Kang
24 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this evidence-rich episode we are joined by our guest, A/Professor Sean Kang, as we explore scientifically proven principles of practice to superch...
Series 2. Episode 16. Education and Human Flourishing, with Dr. Kylie Trask-Kerr
21 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What's the purpose of education? Could it have something to do with human flourishing? In this episode, we invite guest and human flourishing exp...
Series 2. Episode 15 (extended). What Makes a Quality Teacher with Dr. Mike Witter (extended version)
25 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
EXTENDED VERSIONThis is an extended version of episode 14, with Dr. Mike Witter. It's been provided to support those of you who would like to t...
Series 2. Episode 14. What Makes a Quality Teacher with Dr. Mike Witter
21 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What does it mean to be a good teacher? This is a multifaceted concept that has been the subject of research for over a century. While we've made...
Series 2. Episode 13. Dynamic Discourse for Deep Learning with Dr. Sophie Specjal
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How much classroom discussion involves the teacher talking compared to their students? For most teachers, the reality is sobering: the typical teacher...
Series 2. Episode 12. Three Misconceptions About Feedback in Education with Luke Rowe, Ph.D.
02 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever heard of the ‘feedback sandwich’? What about the idea that the best feedback is often given immediately after performance and with...
Series 2. Episode 11. The Foundations of Effective Feedback with Dr. Luke Rowe
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What do we mean by the term ‘Feedback’ – is it really just as simple as giving a student information about their performance? Or is there more t...
Series 2. Episode 9. Reimagining Student Engagement with Dr. Amy Berry
15 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What does it mean to be engaged in your learning? When superficially understood, engagement refers to the level of involvement and participation tha...
Series 2. Episode 10. Creativity in the Classroom with Prof. John Munro
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do schools really “kill creativity”? (a claim famously made by the late Sir Ken Robinson). Does a tightly structured curriculum stifle creative po...
Series 1. Episode 8. Multimodalities, Multiliteracies, and Digital Technologies with Prof. Kathy Mills
16 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
iPads, podcasts, vodcasts, YouTube, interactive books, the metaverse, zoom, virtual and augmented reality, eBooks, laptops, social media, antiscocial ...
Series 1. Episode 7. Feedback in the Wild with Dr. Luke Mandouit
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Feedback is one of the most widely-used and regularly deployed strategies in the toolkit of educators. And rightfully so. Much of the research points...
Series 1. Episode 6. Health and Wellbeing in Schools with Associate Professor Jon Quach
28 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How important is the notion of ‘health and wellbeing’ in schools? Should schools simply 'stay in their lanes' and avoid this topic alto...
Series 1. Episode 5. Visible Learning The Sequel - Interview with John Hattie Part 2 of 2
27 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In 2008 Professor John Hattie released his landmark publication, Visible Learning. This book synthesised research from over 800 meta-analyses repres...
Series 1. Episode 4. Interview with John Hattie - Evidence-Based Teaching (Part 1 of 2)
19 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How do you know if you're an effective teacher? How do you interpret and evaluate evidence to inform your teaching practice? At least part of t...
Series 1. Episode 3. Evidence Based Teaching - Three Models of Evidence-Based Teaching
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you want to integrate ‘Evidence-Based Teaching’ into your practice? If so, where should you begin? What are some of the key steps and working &...
Series 1. Episode 2. Evidence Based Teaching - The Research Practice Divide
10 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Why is it that there seems to be such a massive gap between research and practice when it comes to teaching and learning? It turns out that this is ...
Series 1. Episode 1. Evidence Based Teaching - The Context
05 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered what is meant by the terms ‘Evidence-Based Teaching’? Why is it that evidence-based teaching has become such an important t...
Introduction to the Powerful Learning Podcast
05 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Interested in discovering more about about the science of learning and evidence-based teaching? Look no further.... Welcome to the Powerful Learning P...